Description
Authentic Borracho Beans Recipe (Frijoles Borrachos) is a delectable Mexican dish that combines tender pinto beans with smoky bacon, zesty jalapeños, and the rich taste of dark lager beer. This comfort food is perfect for gatherings, barbecues, or cozy family dinners. The unique blend of spices and flavors makes these beans a versatile addition to your table, whether served as a side, filling for tacos, or enjoyed on their own. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, this recipe will impress anyone lucky enough to share your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. dried pinto beans
- 6 strips bacon, diced
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 24 oz dark lager (e.g., Negro Modelo)
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth or water
Instructions
- Soak the beans in cold water with salt for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- In a Dutch oven over medium-low heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy.
- Add onion and jalapeño; sauté until softened. Stir in garlic and spices.
- Drain soaked beans and add them to the pot along with beer and broth. Season with salt.
- Simmer covered for about 90 minutes; then uncover and simmer another 30 minutes until thickened.
- Season to taste before serving topped with pico de gallo.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg