Best 2 Charro Beans Frijoles Charros Recipes

Charro beans, also known as frijoles charros, are an iconic dish of Mexican cuisine. Its origins date back to the times of the Mexican Revolution, where soldiers would make hearty stews out of whatever ingredients they had on hand. Charro beans are a symphony of flavors, featuring stewed beans, savory broth, and a blend of spices and vegetables. The combination of textures, from the tender beans to the crunchy vegetables, makes this a satisfying and comforting dish. It's a popular choice for gatherings and celebrations, and it can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. This article delves into the best recipes for charro beans, offering a variety of options to suit different tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a classic recipe passed down through generations or a contemporary take on this Mexican staple, this article has something for everyone to savor.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHARRO BEANS (FRIJOLES CHARROS)

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A hearty Mexican charro bean soup that is perfect for any day of the year.

Provided by Brent Hull

Categories Side Dish

Time 3h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 hocks smoked ham hocks
1 white onion
6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into chunks
½ pound fresh chorizo sausage
2 medium whole (2-3/5" dia) (blank)s tomatoes, chopped
2 each jalapeno peppers, sliced
5 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
4 cups water as needed
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
1 pinch salt to taste

Steps:

Place ham hocks into a large pot and cover with water; bring to a boil. Boil until meat pulls back on bone, about 2 hours. Remove meat from bones, cut into bite-sized chunks. Reserve the bones but discard any fat.
Chop 1/2 of the white onion, and leave other 1/2 whole; set aside.
Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, and chop when cool enough to handle. Pour bacon grease into a small bowl.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir chorizo in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Place chorizo into a bowl with chopped bacon, tomatoes, chopped onion, and jalapenos.
Place ham chunks and bones into a large pot, pour pinto beans over top. Add water to cover and bring to a boil over medium or medium-high heat.
Meanwhile, heat bacon grease in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo and vegetable mixture and saute until vegetables are soft, 5 to 7 minutes.
When beans boil, add the remaining onion half and garlic. Let boil for 3 to 4 minutes; add sauteed vegetables and meat. Return to a boil; add cilantro and chicken bouillon. Continue to boil for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove bones, season with salt, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 583.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 95.5 mg, Fat 34.2 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 34.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.8 g, Sodium 1113.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

MEXICAN CHARRO PINTO BEANS, FRIJOLES CHARROS PINTOS

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This is an authentic recipe right out of Mexico "Frijoles Charros" Mexican Cowboy Beans, These beans are delicious you can eat them right out of the bowl with hot buttered tortillas, and some hot salsa. Yum Yum. They are a meal by themselves. They cook for about 5/6 hours but the time is well worth it. You can serve along side...

Provided by Juliann Esquivel

Categories Vegetables

Time 6h20m

Number Of Ingredients 26

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb pinto beans sorted, cleaned, and rinsed
1 medium onion peeled and quarted
1/2 large green pepper, seeded and cut in half, do not dice
1 large jalapeno seeded, cored, and cut in strips
10 clove fresh garlic peeled and smashed
3 medium fresh tomatoes chopped in small pieces
2 medium tomatillos shucked, rinsed and diced
1/2 c diced fresh cilantro
2 large smoked pork shanks cut into quarters, by the butcher
2 large ham hocks
1 1/2 lb stew beef or beef soup meat cut into bite size pieces
4 medium slices of salt pork or fat back, gives beans great flavor
1/2 lb diced ham, i use hormel diced ham to flavor beans.
1 large fresh poplano seeded and pepper diced
1 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp salt
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 large dried bay leaves
1/4 tsp cayanne pepper (optional)
2 Tbsp chile powder
1 tsp ground cumin powder
2 small envelopes sazon goya seasoning
1/4 tsp dried red pepper flakes
1/4 c good olive oil
1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder

Steps:

1. Clean sort and rinse pinto beans in cold water. Put into a deep heavy pot add about 10/12 cups cold water. Put on stove over a high flame, add all of the meats and the salt pork. Do not add the stew meat yet.
2. In a separate pot add the oil, heat and brown the stew meat until seared on all sides then add to the pot of beans with the remaining oil in the pot.
3. Add all of the vegetables, onions, peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, bay leaves, spices, and seasonings. Add vinegar and stir well cover and lower the flame cook for about 5 to 6 hours.
4. While cooking check beans and stir about once every hour. Taste bean broth to make sure the beans are seasoned just right "Salt" Cook until beans are tender and meats are fork tender. Taste to see if they have enough salt and pepper.
5. Serve with hot buttered tortillas, and some Pico de Gallo or Salsa on the side. You can also serve along side Mexican rice (see my post for Mexican rice) with the salsa and tortillas. No need to make any other meat. Charro beans are loaded with Meat. Enjoy

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Soak the beans overnight or for at least 6 hours before cooking to reduce cooking time and make them more digestible.
If you don't have time to soak the beans, you can use a quick-soak method by bringing the beans to a boil in a pot of water, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour before draining and rinsing.
Use a variety of beans in your Charro beans, such as pinto beans, black beans, and kidney beans.
Add plenty of vegetables to your Charro beans, such as onions, peppers, tomatoes, and zucchini.
Season your Charro beans with a variety of spices, such as cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
Serve your Charro beans with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Charro beans are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. They are a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins, and they are also a good source of iron and calcium. Charro beans are a popular dish in many Mexican restaurants, but they are also easy to make at home. With a little planning and effort, you can make a delicious pot of Charro beans that your family and friends will love.