Vegan Frijoles de la Olla
Discover the soul-soothing simplicity of Vegan Frijoles de la Olla, a traditional Mexican dish that celebrates the humble pinto bean with earthy, aromatic flavors. Perfectly simmered in a fragrant broth of garlic, white onion, and bay leaf, these beans achieve tender, melt-in-your-mouth perfection in just a few simple steps. Enhanced with a touch of olive oil for richness and fresh cilantro for a refreshing finish, this recipe is a plant-based delight that's as versatile as it is nutritious. Whether served warm as a comforting main dish or as the foundation for tacos, enchiladas, or burritos, this easy-to-make staple is a must-have in your recipe repertoire. Packed with fiber, flavor, and authenticity, Vegan Frijoles de la Olla is a wholesome, one-pot marvel that brings Mexican tradition straight to your table.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups dried pinto beans
- 8 cups water
- 0.5 whole white onion
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the pinto beans thoroughly under cold running water and pick out any debris or damaged beans.
Step 2
In a large pot, combine the rinsed beans, water, white onion (cut into quarters), whole garlic cloves, and bay leaf.
Step 3
Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
Step 4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer gently for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally, and add more water if necessary to ensure the beans are submerged.
Step 5
Once the beans are fully cooked and tender, remove the onion pieces, garlic cloves, and bay leaf.
Step 6
Stir in the salt and olive oil, and let the beans simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 8
Before serving, roughly chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the beans for a fresh, aromatic finish.
Step 9
Serve the frijoles de la olla warm. They can be enjoyed alone or used as a base for other dishes like tacos and enchiladas.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2412.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 810.7 |
| Total Fat 30.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5621.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 104.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 34.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.5g | |
| Protein 33.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 320.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1750.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories