Description
These quick and flavorful charro beans come together in under 20 minutes thanks to canned pinto beans! They’re smoky, savory, and a little spicy, making them the perfect side dish for taco night.
Ingredients
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- 2 (15 oz) cans pinto beans, undrained
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder (or chili powder)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook 3–4 minutes, until softened and lightly golden.
- Stir in tomato paste, jalapeño, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and chipotle powder. Cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant.
- Add the canned pinto beans with their liquid. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in apple cider vinegar and nutritional yeast.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes to let flavors meld. Season with additional salt to taste, if needed.