FRIJOLES DE LA OLLA CALORIES RECIPES

Steps:

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

Steps:

• Chop the onion. Finely chop the garlic.
• In a medium-sized pan, heat the oil to medium and add the chopped onion. Cook until the onion becomes transparent.
• Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute. Do not allow the garlic to brown which will give it a bitter taste.
• Add the cooked beans with a little bit of the cooking water plus the salt and pepper.
• Cook for 2 minutes before mashing.
• Mash the beans to the consistency you prefer.
• Cook for 5 minutes stirring continually.
• Turn off the heat and allow the beans to rest for 3 minutes before serving.