Charro
Beans Soup
Charro Beans Soup, this traditional Mexican recipe uses pinto beans, chorizo, bacon, tomatoes, onions, and other tasty ingredients.
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SERVINGS
8
COURSE
Main Course, Soups
TOTAL TIME
35 mins
CUISINE
Mexican
– Place the beans and its broth in a large stockpot and set aside.
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– Cook for about 2 hours on a stove-top over medium-high heat or a little longer until they are tender.
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Tip:
Soaking the beans overnight will speed up this process. I usually use my pressure cooker, and they are ready in 30 minutes!
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– Place the beans and its broth in a large stockpot and set aside.
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Cook the Meats
– Fry the bacon and chorizo in a skillet for about 10 minutes over medium heat.
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Note:
If you prefer to cook the bacon first until it gets crispy and remove the bacon grease, then add the chorizo to cook with the bacon. I just like to cook them together.
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– At this time, add the ham or other meats like diced hotdog sausages and pork cracklings if you're using them.
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Add In The Rest Of The Ingredients
– After 5 minutes, add the onion, garlic, and pepper and fry for 2 more minutes.
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– Stir in the tomatoes and cook, occasionally stirring, for an additional 8 minutes.
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– Once the tomato has released its juices, stir in this mixture into the pot with the beans and liquid like a sauce consistency.
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– Simmer for about 15 minutes to blend the flavors.
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– Add salt — to adjust taste — and chopped cilantro right before serving.
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