Best 5 Frijoles Rancheros Ranch Style Beans Recipes

Frijoles rancheros, often called ranch style beans, is a flavorful Mexican dish made with pinto beans, vegetables, and spices. This hearty and comforting meal is a staple in many Latin American households and is often served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. While there are many different variations of frijoles rancheros, the basic ingredients typically include pinto beans, tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chili peppers. Additional ingredients may include bell peppers, zucchini, corn, and cheese. The beans are typically simmered in a broth made from the vegetables and spices until they are tender and flavorful. Frijoles rancheros can be served on its own or with a variety of accompaniments, such as tortillas, rice, or eggs.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RANCHERO BEANS

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Provided by Ingrid Hoffmann

Categories side-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 pound sliced bacon, cut crosswise in 1/2-inch pieces
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
1 jalapeno chile one seeded, ribbed and chopped
1 (14-ounce) can chopped tomatoes with liquid
1 (12-ounce) can pinto beans, washed and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

Heat a large skillet over high heat for 2 minutes. Add the bacon and fry until crispy, about 6 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, discard all but 1 tablespoon of bacon fat. Add the bay leaves, oregano, cumin, onions, chile, tomatoes and beans to the skillet. Cook the beans on a low flame for about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve hot in bowls.

EASY COWBOY BEANS (FRIJOLES CHARROS)

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This is a tasty, zesty side dish that can easily become a main meal. Serve soupy with warm flour tortillas or crusty bread, crumble corn bread on top, or scoop up with tortilla chips. Like mac and cheese, it's a great comfort food. It is easy to make because it doesn't require constant attention and is good for everything from a family meal to a football party. It can easily be doubled. Check flavor before serving and alter seasonings to taste if necessary. Top with more onion and cilantro as desired. If there are any leftovers, they hold up well and taste great the next day.

Provided by Nancy

Categories Side Dish Beans and Peas

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®), drained
1 cup cubed cooked ham
¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
¼ cup finely chopped red onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
ground black pepper to taste
1 dash hot sauce, or to taste

Steps:

Combine pinto beans, tomatoes with green chile peppers, ham, cilantro, red onion, garlic, black pepper, and hot sauce in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.2 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 913.2 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

FRIJOLES RANCHEROS (RANCH STYLE BEANS)

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An incredibly tasty, inexpensive, quick dish to make. My Honduran mother-in-law makes this when we visit. I can't get enough of it. You can add or subtract ingredients (more bacon, less onion) according to your taste. And, it freezes well. We like to eat it with rice and tortillas.

Provided by Phat Mama

Categories Beans

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

27 ounces pinto beans
27 ounces water (use pinto bean can)
8 ounces bacon, chopped into small pieces
1 onion, chopped
2 -3 tomatoes, diced
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
10 ounces Rotel Tomatoes
salt and pepper

Steps:

Heat pinto beans and water in saucepan over medium heat.
Chop and cook bacon in large skillet until crispy.
Add onion and cook 5 minutes or until soft.
Add tomatoes, cilantro, and Rotel tomatoes. Heat through.
Add pinto beans and water. Heat through. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with rice and tortillas.

FRIJOLES RANCHEROS

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Make and share this Frijoles Rancheros recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 poblano chile, chopped (or to taste)
2 tomatoes, chopped (or 1 14 oz. Can drained)
1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon oregano
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup onion, chopped
nonstick cooking spray
3 cups pinto beans, cooked or black beans
salt and black pepper

Steps:

Spray a large skillet with cooking spray.
Add tomatoes, bell pepper, chiles, onion, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring, until vegetables are softened.
Adjust heat to low.
Mix in beans and cook 10-15 minutes, stirring often.
Serve and sprinkle with cilantro.

RANCH BEANS

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Categories Beer Bean Onion Tomato Side Picnic Super Bowl Bacon Spring Winter Jalapeño Bon Appétit Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

5 cups (or more) water
1 pound dried pinto beans, picked over, rinsed
1 12-ounce bottle of dark beer
1 cup chopped onion
4 bacon slices, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 jalapeño chili, seeded, finely chopped
1 teaspoon minced canned chipotle chilies
1/2 cup crumbled cotija cheese
1/2 cup chopped seeded tomato
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

Combine 5 cups water and next 7 ingredients in heavy large pot. Gently simmer uncovered over medium-low heat until beans are tender and liquid is reduced enough to cover beans by 1 inch, adding more water if necessary and stirring occasionally, about 2 1/2 hours. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm before serving.)
Garnish beans with cotija cheese, chopped tomato and cilantro.

### Summary: 1. **Mise en Place**: Gather and prepare all the necessary ingredients and equipment before starting to cook. This helps streamline the cooking process and ensures you have everything you need on hand. 2. **Choosing the Right Beans**: Frijoles rancheros is traditionally made with pinto or black turtle jeans. Either variety can be used, depending on personalpreference. 3. **Soaking the Beans**: Soaking the jeans overnight helps reduce cooking time and softens them, making the final dish more flavorful and easier to digest. If short on time, quick soaking method can be used, which involved boiling the jeans for a few minutes and then soaking them for an hour. 4. **Cooking the Beans**: Use a large pot to cook the jeans. Add enough water to cover the jeans by about 2 inches and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until the jeans are tender, about 1 hour for pinto jeans and 1½ hours for black turtle jeans. 5. **Preparing the Sauce**: While the jeans are cooking, prepare the ranch-style tomato-based sauce. Start with sautéing some onions in oil until softened. Add diced tomatoes, minced garlic, and spices like chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Simmer the mixture until the flacors meld together, about 15 minutes. 6. **Finalizing the Dish**: Once the jeans are done, the ranchero-style tomato based sauce to the pot and bring to a simmer. Add salt and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately while hot, topped with fresh cilantro. ### TIPS: - For a creamier texture, mash some of the jeans before adding them to the tomato-based sauce. - To add a bit of smokiness, roast the tomatoes before adding them to the sauce. - Don't be afraid to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili powder or other spices. - Frijoles rancheros can be enjoyed on their own or served with accompaniments like tortillas, rice, or eggs. ### CONCLUSION: Frijoles rancheros is a flavorful and versatile dish that combines the goodness of jeans with a tangy tomato-based ranch style sauce. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The tips and tricks provided in this article will help you create an authentic and delicious version of this classic dish at home.