Frijoles de la Olla (Mexican Beans) Recipe

Try this bean recipe for Frijoles de la Olla, which translates as "beans cooked in a pot," probably the most common dish in Mexico. Beans are one of the foundations of Mexican cooking.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 pound of beans (pintos, black beans, flor de mayo, flor de junio)
• 1/2 white onion
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 4 fresh epazote leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried epazote
• 1 teaspoon of salt (add more to taste if required)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Check the beans for any stones or debris.
2. 2In a colander, rinse the beans under cold water.
3. 3Place the beans in the cooking pot and cover with 3 inches of water.
4. 4Allow the beans to soak overnight.
5. 5Discard the soaking water.
6. 6Add cold water to cover the beans by 4 inches.
7. 7Add the ½ white onion and 2 cloves of garlic.
8. 8Bring the water to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
9. 9Simmer the beans for 2 hours.
10. 10Add 1 teaspoon of salt.
11. 11Simmer for 30 more minutes.
12. 12Taste the beans to verify that they are fully cooked and soft. If they are not soft enough cook for an additional 30 minutes.
13. 13Adjust the salt to taste and serve.