Ellie’s Chorizo & Beans

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 15

Ellie's Chorizo & Beans recipe perfect for a quick and easy dinner

by The Chefin Dinner

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

387

Sugar

Fat

27g

Ellie's Chorizo & Beans is a traditional Mexican recipe that's perfect for a quick and easy dinner. This dish is loaded with flavor and makes a great meal on its own or served as a side with rice or tortilla chips. Chorizo is a type of sausage made with pork and spices and adds a rich, smoky flavor to the dish. Combined with pinto beans, onion, and jalapeno, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious – perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to cook.

Instructions

1.	Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
2.	Add diced onion, jalapeno, and garlic to the skillet and cook until onions are soft.
3.	Drain and rinse pinto beans and add them with their juices into the skillet.
4.	Stir until everything is well combined and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
5.	Serve hot with rice or tortilla chips.

PROS

Ellie’s Chorizo & Beans is a hearty and flavorful recipe that’s easy to make and perfect for a quick dinner.
It’s full of protein, fiber, and healthy carbs and can be modified to suit your taste preferences.

CONS

Chorizo can be high in fat and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.
This recipe also contains jalapeno which may be too spicy for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is a great source of protein, fiber, and healthy carbohydrates. It can help to regulate blood sugar levels, support digestive health and promote satiety.

	8 ounces chorizo sausage
	1 cup onion , diced
	1 fresh jalapeno , diced
	1 clove garlic , minced
	1 can Goya pinto beans , undrained