Description
Warm your soul with this easy stovetop pinto beans recipe! Packed with flavor and comforting aromas, these beans make a versatile dish perfect for any meal. With a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a hearty bowl of deliciousness that brings nostalgia and satisfaction in every bite. Ideal as a side or main course, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound dried pinto beans (soaked overnight)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Rinse the soaked pinto beans under cold water until clear.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ground cumin; cook until fragrant (around 30 seconds).
- Add soaked beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, then bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover partially, and simmer for about 1 hour or until beans are tender but not mushy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your beans by adding spices like chili powder or mixing in diced tomatoes for added flavor. For meal prep, store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.