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Mexican pinto beans seasoned with traditional spices and simmered until tender.

Mexican Pinto Bean Spice


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delicious, one-pot meal that comes together in about 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 cups cooked pinto beans or refried beans

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt until well combined.
  2. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the cooked pinto beans and stir to combine, ensuring every bean is coated.
  3. Cook for about 5 minutes until warmed through and fragrant.
  4. Serve your flavorful spiced beans as a side dish or use in tacos, burritos, or nachos.

Notes

Feel free to customize with whatever beans you have on hand. Can freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg