Best 6 Santa Maria Ranch Style Beans Recipes

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In the heart of California's Central Coast, a culinary gem awaits: Santa Maria Ranch Style Beans. This hearty and flavorful dish is a testament to the region's rich barbecue tradition, capturing the essence of slow-cooked beans infused with smoky flavors and a medley of spices. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a culinary novice, embarking on a journey to find the best recipe for Santa Maria Ranch Style Beans promises a rewarding experience, where taste buds dance with delight and the aromas transport you to a ranch-style haven.

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

CHEF JOHN'S SANTA MARIA-STYLE BEANS



Chef John's Santa Maria-Style Beans image

Classic Santa Maria-style beans are made with a special variety of pink beans called pinquitos. These 'little pink' beans are prepared in a spicy, smoky, tomato/chili sauce that's spiked with not one, but two kinds of pork. Santa Maria beans have come into my life relatively late, so I plan on making up for lost time this barbecue season.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10h35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound dry pink beans (such as pinquito)
cold water to cover
2 slices peppered bacon, diced
½ cup diced smoked ham
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ cup water
¼ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 pinch dried oregano

Steps:

  • Place pink beans into a large container and cover with several inches of cool water; let stand 8 hours to overnight. Drain.
  • Place drained beans in a stockpot with enough cold water to cover. Bring to a simmer and cook until almost completely tender, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
  • While beans are simmering, cook and stir bacon in a large saucepan over medium heat until cooked through but not crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Add ham; cook and stir until ham is heated through, about 1 minute. Stir garlic into ham mixture and cook until garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute more. Add tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, ketchup, sugar, dry mustard, paprika, chili powder, salt, chipotle chile powder, and oregano. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until flavors blend, about 30 minutes.
  • Drain beans, reserving 1 cup of the cooking liquid. Combine beans, reserved liquid, and tomato mixture in the beans stockpot; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and mixture has thickened, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.6 calories, Carbohydrate 56.4 g, Cholesterol 9.9 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 838.8 mg, Sugar 7.7 g

SANTA MARIA STYLE BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound tri tip, fat trimmed off
1 gallon ranch beans
1/2 red onion, diced
6 fresh jalapenos, diced

Steps:

  • Grill tri tip on BBQ over red oak. Once cooked, chop into small pieces.
  • Combine beans, red onions, jalapenos and cooked tri tip. Warm up over low fire for 30 minutes or until beans are heated through. Serve immediately.

SANTA MARIA RANCH-STYLE BEANS



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I clipped this from a newspaper years ago, and it is one of the best bean recipes I've ever made. It can be a bit tricky to find dried pinquito beans, but try the produce section of bigger markets, or farmers markets or farm stands. If worse comes to worse you can find them at a couple of places online. It's worth the search! Great for parties and barbeques.

Provided by Wasteoftym

Categories     Beans

Time 3h40m

Yield 10 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb dried pinquito beans
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans beef broth
4 1/2 cups water
1 lb ground beef
2 onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 large tomatoes, chopped
1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Pick over and rinse beans. Place beans, beef broth and water in a large dutch oven; cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Saute ground beef, onions and garlic; drain.
  • Add beef mixture and remaining ingredients to beans. Simmer, covered, 1 hour.
  • If thinner consistency is desired, add more beef broth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.2, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 854.2, Carbohydrate 36.9, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 20.4

SANTA MARIA STYLE PINQUITO BEANS RECIPE



Santa Maria Style Pinquito Beans Recipe image

Santa Maria style beans are a classic side dish for California's famous barbecued tri-tip beef. Made with pinquito beans, bacon, ham, and spices.

Provided by John Mitzewich

Categories     Side Dish

Time 3h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound dry pinquito beans, pink beans, or pinto beans
2 strips bacon (diced)
1/2 cup smoked cooked ham (diced)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1 (14.5-oz) can diced tomatoes
1/4 cup ketchup
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon chipotle pepper, optional
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Check through beans for small stones. Place in a pot and cover with cold water; soak overnight. Drain beans and return to the pot. Cover by 3 inches with fresh cold water, and simmer for 1 hour, 45 minutes, or until tender.
  • While the beans are cooking, sauté bacon in a saucepan over medium heat until lightly browned. Add the ham and garlic; sauté 2 minutes longer. Add the tomato, ketchup, mustard, paprika, chili powder, chipotle, sugar, salt, and water. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook for 30 minutes. Reserve.
  • When beans are ready, drain, but reserve one cup of the cooking liquid. Return beans and the cup of liquid to the pot and stir in the sauce. Simmer on low for 30 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 10 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 539 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 2 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

ORIGINAL SANTA MARIA STYLE BBQ



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ounces Suzie Q's Santa Maria Style Seasoning, recipe follows
1 (4 to 5-pound) beef rib roast, prime or choice grade
Salt
Black pepper
Garlic powder
Parsley, minced
Sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare fire pit by making sure the proper barbecue method is used to prepare the meat; using red oak logs burnt down to the coals with very little flame is strongly suggested for cooking the rib roast. Alternatively, preheat a grill.
  • Next, pour the seasoning into a shallow pan and dip or roll the meat in it, making sure to completely cover all sides. Quickly sear the meat to seal in the flavorful juices and then raise the pit screen to prevent burning while slowly cooking the meat to your desired doneness. When the meat is finished cooking, remove it from the pit and let it rest 10 to 20 minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Combine all ingredients in proportions according to your taste. Use the seasoning to sprinkle on meat or roll large pieces of meat into seasoning in a shallow tray.

SANTA MARIA BEANS



Santa Maria Beans image

This was easy to make and pretty close to the canned version my husband likes. NOTE: If you make this in a slow cooker, cook the beans first, then put the sauteed ingredients with them and let them cook overnight.

Provided by hspastorswife

Categories     Beans

Time 3h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs dried pinquito beans
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon instant minced onion
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup onion, diced
2 garlic cloves
1/2 lb bacon, diced
1/2 lb hamburger
1/2 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 1/2 cups tomato juice

Steps:

  • Cover beans well with water. Boil.
  • Add the salt and pepper. Simmer 2 hours.
  • In a frying pan, saute the bacon, onion, garlic, seasonings, juice and ground beef. Add to the beans and cook another hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.3, Fat 23.4, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 51.1, Sodium 1686.4, Carbohydrate 104, Fiber 20.3, Sugar 6.6, Protein 45

Tips:

  • Soak the beans overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking. This will help them cook more evenly and quickly.
  • Use a slow cooker or Dutch oven to cook the beans. This will allow them to cook slowly and evenly, resulting in a more flavorful dish.
  • Add plenty of flavorings to the beans, such as garlic, onion, cumin, chili powder, and salt. You can also add smoked meats, such as bacon or ham, for extra flavor.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender but still hold their shape. This will usually take about 1-2 hours in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
  • Serve the beans with your favorite sides, such as rice, tortillas, or bread.

Conclusion:

Santa Maria Ranch Style Beans are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great source of protein and fiber, and they can be served as a main course or a side dish. Whether you are a fan of beans or not, you are sure to enjoy this classic recipe.

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