These delicious beans are served as part of any Mexican-inspired meal and can be a great addition to any chili or bean-based soup.
Baja Chipotle Beans
By hOmegrown Living Foods
Baja Chipotle Beans
- Author
- Shani from hOMegrown Living Foods
- Prep Time
- 20 minutes
- Cook Time
- 60 minutes
- Servings
- 8-10
- Category
Sides
- Cuisine
Mexican
Ingredients
- 4 cups of mixed dried beans - we use a beautiful blend of 7 or 8 beans that we grow. A mix of black and pinto works well.
- 1 Tbsp Tex Mex Chili Spice
- 1 Tbsp Ancho Chile Powder
- ½ - 1 tsp Chipotle Chile Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 5oz can tomato paste
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbs Maple Syrup
- 1 bunch of Cilantro stems and leaves, separated and minced
- 1 Tbs Antarctic Pure Sea Salt
Directions
- Soak beans overnight or longer. If you have time, 2 or 3 days is even better, changing the water every day.
- Combine all the ingredients including minced cilantro stems EXCEPT cilantro leaves and salt.
- In an INSTAPOT, Cover with one inch of water. Choose ‘Beans’ option or ‘high pressure cook’ and cook for 10-15 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally. Add minced cilantro leaves and salt.
- In a PRESSURE COOKER, bring to a boil in a closed pressure cooker and cook for 15-20 minutes. Allow the pressure to release naturally. Add minced cilantro leaves and salt.
- In a STOCK POT, cover with 2-3 inches of water. Cover with a tight fitting lid and bring to a boil. Simmer for up to 1 hour. Add minced cilantro leaves and salt.