How to Cook Pinto Beans

Learning how to cook pinto beans is very easy! All you need is pinto beans, garlic, water, onion, baking soda, and chorizo to prepare this mouthwatering side dish that goes well with any meal. These hearty pinto beans will be ready in no time thanks to your microwave!
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Ingredients
8
Portions
  • 2 cups pinto beans
  • 5 cups water
  • 1/4 onions
  • 1/2 heads garlic
  • some water
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup chorizo
Preparation
25 mins
48 mins
Easy
  • In a bowl, soak pinto beans for 24 hours. Drain and set aside.
  • In a bowl, place beans, water, onion, garlic head, salt, and baking soda.
  • Microwave in four 12-second intervals. Set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, fry chorizo. Add microwaved beans and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Serve pinto beans.

Nutritional information

* * Information per 100g serving, percent daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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