Description
This spicy pinto bean dish is a flavorful and satisfying recipe perfect for a quick meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño (optional)
- 2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (plus more for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5–8 minutes.
- Add garlic, minced jalapeño, chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper to softened onion. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Meanwhile, blend a full can of pinto beans with the liquid until smooth.
- Transfer the blended beans and a drained can of pinto beans to the pan. Stir and sauté for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Optionally add hot sauce, 1/4 cup cilantro, and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Remove from heat.
- Off heat, stir in shredded cheese (omit for vegan). Mix until melted. Adjust flavors to taste. Serve over rice or as a side with lime wedges and extra cheese. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- Note 1: Jalapeño is optional if you prefer less heat.
- Note 2: Add more cheese on top for serving if desired.
- Note 3: Optional additions include hot sauce or chopped cilantro.
- Note 4: Serving suggestions include serving over rice or as a side with lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg