FRIJOLES PAISAS (COLOMBIAN PINTO BEANS)

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Make and share this Frijoles Paisas (Colombian Pinto Beans) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     Beans

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups pinto beans
1/2 lb ham hock
6 cups water
1 cup carrot, shredded
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 green plantain, cut into 1/4 inch dice
1 tablespoon chopped onion
2 cups tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup green onion, chopped
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Wash beans and soak overnight according to package directions.
  • Drain beans and place in a large pot or Dutch oven; add ham hocks, 6 cups water, and cook over medium-high heat until it comes to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium low, cover, and cook until beans are tender, about 2 hours.
  • While the beans are cooking, prepare the guiso in a large skillet; heat vegetable oil, over medium heat, add tomatoes, onion, green onions, salt, garlic, cilantro, and ground cumin and cook 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the guiso when beans are almost tender; also add plantains, carrots, and salt.
  • Cook another hour.
  • DIRECTIONS USING SLOW COOKER - Use the same ingredients, except only 4 cups water instead of 6. Wash beans and soak overnight, according to package directions. Drain and place beans in a slow cooker with 4 cups water and ham hocks. Cook on high 2 hours. Prepare the guiso as above and add that, plantains, carrots, and salt to slow cooker. Cover and cook for an additional 3 hours.
  • DIRECTIONS USING PRESSURE COOKER - Use same ingredients, except 4 cups water instead of 6. Wash beans and soak overnight according to package directions. Drain and place beans, 4 cups water, and ham hocks in a pressure cooker. Cook on medium heat for 35 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the guiso as above. Release pressure from pressure cooker. Add guison, plantains, carrots, and salt. Cook over medium heat an additional 20 to 30 minutes. Test for doneness. Cook an additional 10 minutes, only if needed.

Anthony Hutchens
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but the beans turned out really bland. I think I might have forgotten to add the salt.


Nozithelo Mpofu
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The beans were delicious! I served them with rice and a side of avocado and they were a perfect meal.


Naveed Bro
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These beans were a little too spicy for my taste. I think I'll use less chili powder next time.


sourav rd
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I love this recipe! The beans are always so flavorful and the cooking time is perfect.


Shazad Malik
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I followed the recipe exactly and the beans turned out great! I will definitely be making them again.


Rose Gyeameah
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These beans were just okay. I've had better.


Anita Darley
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I made these beans for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Rhasma Khatun
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These beans were a great addition to my taco night spread. They were flavorful and went well with the other dishes.


Jamesjr Jrjames
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The beans are always flavorful and the perfect texture.


Iron Clockworks
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This recipe was easy to follow and the beans were delicious! I would definitely recommend it.


Jennifer Maya
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The beans turned out a little mushy. I think I overcooked them.


Modhur Ma
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These beans were a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Torel Simon
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I love this recipe! The beans are always so flavorful and the cooking time is perfect.


Tandanui Shinghu
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These beans were easy to make and turned out great! I served them with rice and a side of avocado and they were a perfect meal.


Kesmart
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I'm not usually a fan of pinto beans, but these were delicious! The spices really brought out the flavor of the beans.


Onuoha Nathan
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These beans were a hit at our dinner party! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the perfect texture. I will definitely be making them again.