Mexican bean stew

Recipe Information

Description:
Mexican bean stew is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 1 hour, 35 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 1 hour, 50 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 1 Hour, 35 Minutes
Total Time 1 Hour, 50 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Beans; Corn
Category Beans & Legumes; Rice & Grains
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Cook Method Boiling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried pinto beans

  • 1 cup dried black beans

  • 1 cup dried garbanzo beans

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, crushed

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 2 cups fresh corn kernels

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Cayenne pepper to taste

Directions

  • Rinse all the beans with cold water. Place the beans in a large bowl and soak overnight with water.

  • Drain the beans and put them into a large pot. Fill the pot with water so the beans are covered and boil for 1 hour or until the beans are cooked. Additional water may be added to the pot to avoid drying or scorching of the beans.

  • In a small saucepan, add olive oil and heat with medium-high heat.

  • Put the onions and garlic in the saucepan and sauté until the onions are transparent. Add the cumin to the saucepan and stir.

  • Add the saucepan mixture and the crushed tomatoes to the beans. Simmer the mixture for 20 minutes.

  • Add the corn and cinnamon to the mixture and cook for 15 minutes.

  • Use salt, pepper, and cayenne to season to desired taste.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 426 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 227mg

  • Potassium: 1,157mg

  • Carbohydrate: 76g

  • Fiber: 22g

  • Protein: 23g