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Chipotle Pinto Beans – Copycat Recipe
Mar 07, 2026
Chipotle Pinto Beans – Copycat Recipe
These Chipotle-style pinto beans are flavorful, hearty, and easy to make at home. Perfect as a side dish or a filling for burritos and tacos! 🌶️🍽️
Recipe Details
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| Servings | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 cups pinto beans, soaked overnight
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the soaked pinto beans.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the soaked beans, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes or until the beans are tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
Nutrition Information
| Calories | 150 calories |
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| Fat | 4g fat |
| Carbohydrates | 27g carbohydrates |
| Protein | 8g protein |
Handy Tips
- For extra flavor, add a bay leaf while simmering the beans.
- Feel free to adjust the spices to your taste preference.
Ingredient Swaps
- Vegetable Broth: Use chicken broth for a non-vegetarian version.
- Olive Oil: Substitute with avocado oil or any neutral oil.
