
By thefoodcharlatan.com
Traditional Tejano Beans (Mexican Pinto Beans)
Instructions
Prep:15minCook:3h
These Traditional Tejano Pinto Beans are the perfect blend of Southern and Mexican pinto beans styles. Tenderly slow cooked with a ham hock and jalapeños, the lime adds a little twist. Perfect for a burrito, these beans will make you feel like you are in Texas, and really, what more could you ask for?
Updated at: Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:23:11 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Great
Glycemic Index
39
Low
Glycemic Load
20
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories297.8 kcal (15%)
Total Fat1.5 g (2%)
Carbs50.9 g (20%)
Sugars3.4 g (4%)
Protein18.2 g (36%)
Sodium92.4 mg (5%)
Fiber12.2 g (44%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
10 servings

4 cupsdry pinto beans

12 cupswater
12 cups for stovetop version, see crock pot instructions for water amounts

2 clovesgarlic
peeled and smashed, or 1 tablespoon garlic powder

1onion
medium, very roughly chopped

1 tablespoonsugar

1 teaspoonchicken bouillon
good quality

1jalapenos
left whole, but with a slit cut on two sides

1ham bone
or ham hock

salt
to taste

pepper
to taste

lime wedges
fresh, to garnish
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