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Mexican Beans Recipes – Easy Beans Recipes – HelloFresh

Beans are a staple ingredient in Mexican cuisine. From pinto beans to black beans, there are many varieties to try. Give one of these recipes for Mexican beans a taste.

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with Sour Cream & Baked Tortilla Chips

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with Mild Chipotle & Tomato Salsa

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with Cheesy Sweet Potato & Smokey Corn Cobs

Chipotle Bean Tacos & Corn Salsa

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with Charred Corn Salsa

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with Greek Yoghurt & Tomato Salsa

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Beans have been a part of traditional Mexican cuisine for centuries. The Mexican climate provides perfect conditions for growing a wide variety of beans, and as such there are many kinds of beans that feature in Mexican dishes.

Here are some favourite kinds of beans found in Mexican recipes and how to prepare them.

Black beans: Mexican black beans are a popular part of traditional dishes due to how flavoursome and nutritious they are. To prepare them when they are raw and dry, remove any damaged beans or other impurities from the batch you wish to prepare, then wash and soak them overnight.

Once drained and rinsed, cook them in water or broth for about an hour until easily mashed. You can also add seasonings such as salt, garlic and other spices during the cooking process for extra flavour.

Try our fiery Mexican black bean burrito bowl recipe a try, and you’ll see how delicious these beans can be.

Pinto beans: These have been a popular variety of Mexican beans for a long time, especially in chilli recipes and stewed rehydrated bean recipes. To prepare raw and dry pinto beans, place them in a bowl, check and remove any impurities, and then soak them in water overnight.

Drain the beans, place them in a pot of water and bring them to a boil, then simmer for two hours while covered. Add spices such as chilli powder during this time. Once cooked, they should be soft and tender.

Add extra salt for flavour if needed. You can substitute black beans for pinto beans in our Mexican beef, bean & veggie chilli recipe for a delicious meal.

Kidney beans: Kidney beans are a great alternative to pinto and black beans in Mexican dishes like this quick chilli con chicken. To prepare dry kidney beans, sort and remove any broken beans or impurities, then soak them in water overnight.

Remove them from the water and place them in a pot with at least 5 cups of water per cup of beans. Add any seasonings, such as bay leaves, during this time. Bring the pot to a boil, then simmer for up to 90 minutes. Once they are creamy and tender, they are ready to be consumed.

The Best Ways to Prepare Mexican Beans Recipes

The Best Ways to Prepare Mexican Beans Recipes

When it comes to making dishes with Mexican beans, there are many options to choose from. Whether in a chilli recipe or part of a taco recipe, there are many ways that Mexican beans can enhance a meal.

Here are some of our favourite options:

Refried beans: One of the simplest yet tastiest ways to prepare Mexican beans. Fully cook your black or pinto beans in a pot until they are soft and tender, then add oil and minced garlic to a pan and stir.

Add the cooked beans to the pan with cumin, oregano and broth. Cook the mix and mash it gently while stirring intermittently. Once properly mashed into a paste, it is ready to serve either on its own or as a side dish.

Chilli: This flavoursome bean recipe can be enjoyed with rice or as a dip. Combine oil, beef mince and chopped onion in a pot and cook on medium heat until golden brown.

Then add your beans along with diced tomatoes, grated carrot, corn, and any spices, including chilli powder. Bring the mix to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for about 15-30 minutes and stir until thick, then serve.

Salsa: Salsa is a favourite side dish and is especially popular when used as a dip. Simply add cooked beans, corn, diced tomatoes and chopped onions to a bowl.

If you want extra heat, then add some jalapenos or chilli peppers. Add salt, lime juice and vinegar plus any additional spices, then mix it all. Refrigerate the salsa until ready to eat.

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