Frijoles Refritos - (Don't Call 'em Re-Fried) Beans | Rick Bayless Taco Manual

[@kindabluejazz]

I always heard 'use lard for beans' so I bought a tub of it. Afterwards, I didn't understand what the fuss was about - it added absolutely no flavor! Now I understand that white stuff in the store is purified and flavorless - basically no different than Crisco. So now when I buy a pork shoulder I trim the fat and render that down and store in the fridge - now THAT adds flavor! Thanks Rick.

[@matthewgarvey995]

Yeah the problem is when using saturated fat got demonized and people started living different lifestyles, using fat from the animal for cooking became forgotten.

[@rebeccamorales1057]

A dab of bacon grease is good, too!

[@matthewgarvey995]

I use bacon fat all the time!@@rebeccamorales1057

[@willcresson8776]

​@@rebeccamorales1057I use lard as one of my main cooking fats, but I love to flesh it out with a bit of bacon grease when pan frying meats and veggies!

[@barefootkid592.0]

My ex is from culiacan Mexico, he was a very good cook.. he hated beans fried in any kind of fat, and used the juice from the beans..He would flavor the beans with white onion, Serranos and other spices, he would then add a little bit of milk at the end of the mash..So delicious 😋

[@cubanmama4564]

I am Cuban born. We breathe black beans and rice. I love Mexican frijoles refritos with queso fresco. One of my frustrations is getting fresh dry beans, not the dried out old beans from the supermaket that do not cook evenly or yield creamy beans. I finally found a source that I keep going back to: Rancho Gordo. They source many types of high quality beans and I order those small black beans by the case.

[@lcflngn]

Yay Rancho Gordo! Best beans by far. Not cheap, but dependable.

[@morrismonet3554]

I make small batches and have great luck with canned black beans. Always consistent.

[@Lisa_MS64]

I had Cuban black beans once in a restaurant, and I distinctly remember molasses being an ingredient. For years, Iv'e searched for a recipe even remotely similar. Is this something you're familar with?

[@christineeleonorepoppe6745]

I lived on Mallorca for two year's and a Cuban friend invited me over for dinner...his mom made black beans with rice and it was sooooo delicious 🤤

[@oldschoolfunkster1]

Try adding a pinch or two of baking soda when boiling. It breaks down the bean fiber. I use dried pinto beans and when I do this, they come out softer, creamer and even get lighter in color. The taste doesn't change at all.

[@daphnepearce9411]

This exactly how I make my frijoles. I do add a couple of healthy pinches of dried epazote to my simmering beans, taste for salt, careful not to over salt but definitely don't under salt either. I love homemade beans in fact, my measure of a Mexican restaurant is how just how good the beans taste. Time to get cooking! Thanks Rick!

[@brianradtke6677]

Absolutely

[@elchatoist]

Definitely the adding of epazote , counters gaseous emissions. ;)

[@MrLardobutt]

ditton on restaurant beans, most places just toss them in a pot with salt, that's so boring and basic, it's so easy to elevate beans to something that tastes amazing

[@Mphscat]

Married to a guy from Mexico and we do the beans in the crockpot if standing over the stove isn't your thing. They always come out perfect. Cook all day on low. Transfer to a big skillet with lard and the rest is like Rick's method. Delicious.

[@ArtemioSilva]

That’s what I call authentic Mexican cuisine ❤

[@JamesLC16]

Nice to see a decent recipe, another way we eat them in southeast Mexico is, that if you add two and a half times the amount of water he used to cook the beans on the stove and salt, epazote and pork meat you have yourself basically a soup, which we add many garnishes after serving like, chopped cilantro, finely diced red onion, tomato sauce from the molcajete, finely diced habanero pepper, diced avocados and if, of your likeness, a squeeze of lemon juice (what you call lime, the green one) or if you blend everything he did for the frijoles refritos and return it again to the pan to cook again and reduce a bit or add more cooking water from the beans pot, depending how runny you’d like them, it’s called “frijol colado” which is an excellent dip, side dish, or good accompanied over rice, in some parts of northern Mexico they would add more stuff to it and even cheese and would be called “frijoles puercos” because they would add many pork derived ingredients like beacon, chorizo, lard, etc.

[@KI5CRG]

I always make pinto's into soup like that. simmer a long time and you get a rich broth. My wife is not fond of beans in general but she can't believe the flavorful broth we make.

[@carmenmartinez2882]

The soupy consistency gives you extra caldo (broth) to put some rice and use it for a different meal.

[@libertyblueskyes2564]

Here in the southwest we eat a lot of beans- all kinds are appreciated and used in pastas.,soups, tortillas, tortas, tamales, even salads.

[@SCCL1000]

Thanks for this recipe. I have made black beans using a recipe by a Brazilian whose restaurant, Chicama, was in Puerto Vallarta. He used olive oil and the only other thing is oregano. Very nice, I must say. But one thing I just learned from you, Rick, is that they freeze well. For me, that is so useful. Thanks.....

[@donhull2440]

Rick, for convenience I cook my beans in my slow cooker. I start in the morning with the slow cooker on high, let the slow cooker come to a boil and boil the beans until done. Just like you, all the beans and juice are used. If, for some reason I want to soak the beans overnight then I simply do that in the slow cooker and cook them them next day.. Easy and uses far less energy than stove top cooking.

[@ragheadand420roll]

Chef Another good point to remember when doing beans on the stove if you need to add more water to your beans ONLY USE VERY VERY WARM to hot water Using cold water will make the bean water much darker and cloudy Tastes fine.. but looks awful Thanks for your wonderful work ✌🏻👍🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@lcflngn]

Ty for the tip!

[@lindacoffin5110]

I love the smell when cooking dry beans. Canned in a pinch but dry beans are worth the effort!

[@michelleneal6860]

Chef Bayless, you are my inspiration. My Julia Child, per se. I've read all of your books, grew up with watching your shows, and I've lived in and around Chicago my entire life. Someday, I'll make it to Frontera. But in the mean time, I'm going to continue making your recipes and learning all I can about Mexican culture.

[@gibrancaballero]

Have you been to Frontera yet?

[@michelleneal6860]

Not yet. But I did have an incredible Margarita I had at Ohare last week at the express location. They have the best staff in the airport.@@gibrancaballero

[@carmenmartinez2882]

When I moved to USA from Mexico City many years ago the thing I missed the most was the authentic food but since I’m in California I scape to Baja and eat the wonderful food, lots of fresh seafood too fished in the early morning, on your plate in the afternoon which is hard to get where I am (small town in the mountains). I’ve been to Chicago only once, nice place, brutal winters, we get snow where I’m at but winters are mild in comparison.

[@shadowman4966]

Beans 4 C pinto beans boil ten min and drain twice. Add to the pot boiled and drained beans with one jar of roasted green salsa such as herdez. Add 6 good size cloves of garlic, add a table spoon of each chili powder , garlic powder, onion powder and one carton of veg broth low sodium And Two cups of water. Ring this to a boil then put the pot in your instant pot and set to cook beans. Once done chill by stirring in a cold water bath till mostly cool. Then season with Lawerys garlic salt to taste. Good for two weeks in the frig.

[@DrRonaldSIpock]

I make mine based on a typical abuelita-type recipe. I put the beans in a pressure cooker and fill it with water. While the water is coming to temp, I fry 3 bacon strips and half a brick of salt pork. When they are crispy crunchy, I add them to the beans and pressure cook everything with a bit of salt. Then I fry and mash them with whatever amount of bean water I want to achieve the gravy I am seeking. I have a mixture of raw sweet Hatch onions and cilantro which I add as a garnish for crunch and flavor

[@j3annie1963]

I use bacon fat all the time when making the beans! What a great smokey flavor you get with the bacon fat. I also add in smoked paprika and some cumin as well to round out the flavor and bring more earthy taste. Thanks Rick!

[@danf4447]

what a cool looking Mid century looking house and kitchen!!

[@UnigirlTx]

Love the video thank you. You said 2 ways to cook the beans... you forgot one: slow cooker. That is how I cook pretty much all my beans in the crockpot. They come out so good no matter what I'm making them for.

[@taylorbarringer]

I am watching this video while eating beans that I made in the crockpot 😂

[@skokokelli]

It was life changing when I realized I could make beans in the crockpot and freeze them. So easy.

[@phil4208]

Here in upstate new york I add hot Italian sausage and green peppers to the onions and garlic then the beans and mash them, burritos, tacos, a side with eggs, or a warm bean dip , refried beans are very versatile

[@omarcortes5754]

A slice of bread spread with frijoles is my go to.

[@ShrednESP]

I like to cook my black beans in my slow cooker (no pre soak) for about 6-7 hours on low with a bay leaf, onion, garlic. For the liquid 1/2 fresh pork stock 1/2 water. I make a 2 lb batch then freeze for different needs. Black beans are our go to bean as well.

[@Eduardomd54]

Rick; the slow cooker is a good option, for cooking frijoles, like the Crock Pot. They cook nicely., maybe all over night. I do that in Mexico where I live , with very good results. I am only a aficionado to the kitchen. My wife and I follow you, in 2016 been in Chicago and went to Xoco, and have a very good meal. Wu wanted to go to Topolobampo, but was closed . We enjoy very much your view of mexican cuisine .

[@donhull2440]

One of the ways I use frijoles is to spread them on a large flour tortilla, put some shredded cheese (and chopped or sliced preserved jalapeno chillies if desired) and heat this in a skillet until the tortilla is soft, the frijoles spread is hot, and the cheese melts. I add a serving of scrambled eggs and roll up the tortilla. If desired add some salsa, crema, sour cream, or yogurt for a great breakfast.tortilla.

[@MegaYourkidding]

Thanks Rick, I live in Cuernavaca and to be honest I do not like the smooth soupy beans they serve here. They do not have flavor. I make mine the same way with black beans also. But every once in a while I add different things like bacon with fat, or the other things your commenters mention. I also appreciate the time you said in the fridge and that you can freeze them. Thanks

[@GaryDeWitt-t6p]

Bacon drippings, what a great idea! What, no heat? My friend Maru from Vera Cruz makes her black beans exactly like this, but adds a couple of whole jalapenos. I like to slit them on the sides in a couple of places, then remove them after simmering the beans. Also, I find the darker brown the onions, the better. Takes patience, though.

[@ecam90]

"re" isn't only "more" - it can be used in the "done again" way too. For example REcyclado as in recycled, REcalentado as in REheated . Gonna try these btw

[@toshiyukisuzuki7610]

I love Chef Rick's tip on smearing frijoles refritos on a tortilla and sprinkled with queso.... will try that! I do not know if Chef Rick has latin blood but I love when he pronounces spanish/ mexican words with so much flair

[@wdpbgpkjwdfbvpkjl1550]

I like that he says it slow enough for gringos like me to understand

[@toshiyukisuzuki7610]

@@wdpbgpkjwdfbvpkjl1550 He is such a cool cool dude 👍

[@JennarallyOut]

You had me at not having to overnight soak! I forget every time!

[@lovemy2babies]

Another awesome episode! I make a bag of frijoles (1 kilo) every week or 10 days, they freeze perfectly. I cook them in the pressure cooker with some onion and garlic. And I don’t add any salt until the very end. Maybe it’s and old wives take here in Mexico, I was told that the beans get tough 🤷‍♀️And then I go from there if I want them whole, mashed or refritos (or charros! 😊) And I know it’s not a taco… but can we talk about molletes?!! Or tecolotes? 😋 Maybe that’s more for Mexico: One Plate at a Time.

[@AlexZander688]

I simmer my beans with salt, small amount of baking soda, onion, garlic, jalapeno, small amount of carrot, a small amount of black pepper right from the start. ...Then when they are done, I chunky mash them up and add plenty of broth and reduce down. I like them a bit loose, because they will stiffen up a bit when cooling down. Sometimes I use diced cooked bacon or bacon drippings for flavor or corn oil. Sometimes I just enjoy them vegetarian style without any pork fat. ...Enjoy them most by making some tostadas.

[@dvanmartin9842]

one of the most delicious dishes in all of Mexico

[@Denise00700]

I’ve called them refried beans because that’s what the menu said. Your recipe looks delicious!

[@captainofiron]

Just like my grandma taught me how to make them, thanks for sharing Rick buen provecho!

[@esmeraldadiazdimas19]

That’s the consistency that my mom likes beans. She calls them frijoles guisados, but she prefers pinto beans. I love black beans

[@esrevinu.]

another no nonsense perfectly done crash course in the beans, sir! Well done,

[@LisadeKramer]

I guess I was taught well. I love beans and fix Refritos often. Serve with pickled red cabbage, picked red onions, jalapenos, yum!

[@russellzauner]

If all you have is table salt, pls halve the amount you're using - flake, kosher, and many naturally harvested salts are not dense (contain a lot of air volume). The weights will be the same but the volume won't for the same actual salt content.

[@normasouza1086]

Instapot for 45min. Add epazote. I mash them in their own broth- no oil or fat. Make burritos (beans & cheese). Wrap them in wax paper and freeze them. Everyone has lunch or dinner when time is limited ❤

[@SupremeOverlord10]

So why salt? The reason is, when something like beans are in a salt solution, water will go from from the beans to the solution. In a no salt solution water will soak into the beans better. That's the theory. Personally I add half the final salt to my rinsed beans. Then finish near the end for taste. Rick is awesome, and I keep coming back.

[@snk1008]

Growing up in Houston we had the jar of bacon fat ready to use on the stove. A spoonful went into many dishes and vegetables. As a vegetarian adult, I would use olive oil in a recipe like this----and alot less. I love how you are very inclusive for everyone's own interpretation.

[@barbaraowens2299]

Exactly how I've always made mine except I add cumin, love that flavor. They do freeze great!

[@br4653]

I love that the quality of your ingredients is important ❤️

[@joyceharvey410]

Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to try my black beans this way. Looks tasty.

[@juanjoperez7537]

Man, I love your measuring references: 2 cups with this kind go beans, 2.5 with these others. Thank you

[@psrosemary]

I cook beans in a bit more water because the broth makes delicious soup with a poached egg and fresh chopped cilantro and onion.

[@curtk8715]

he has made them so much that he didn't need to taste them at the end for salt. This winter will try making some- Think I will start by using canned. The only bean I liked as a kid was green beans. Think it was because I helped pick the beans I watched my grandmother grow- and then grandmother cooked them in a pressure cooker with some butter . Weird that I really like canned green beans also. Other beans and peas - would pick out of chili and stews, and chicken ala king. drove parents nuts that at the end of a meal would have a pile of beans or peas in the bottom of the bowl. or plate.

[@loualcaraz6497]

The lard from carnitas is the best fat to cook beans. So long as that lard isn't ruined with coke or milk or orange juice or whatever else is trendy on KZbin. In michoacan we don't add anything to the lard but salt so that we can use it to give our foods a delicious taste.

[@sunshine2049]

Olive oil and butter makes a great base to fry the onions

[@tomsaaristo6294]

Game changer! Onions and bacon fat! I add vinegar to mine. Thanks, Chef!

[@michaeld5268]

I like to joke mi esposa (who I call her the Zenora because her first name is Zaida) "knows beans". She is Puerto Rican and can make those classic PR recipes from scratch. In the bean category she makes Arroz Y Habichuelas which is saucy beans recipe ladled over white rice. She also makes her own Sofrito which is the source of the rich flavor in most PR recipes. The Zenora also makes rey fried bean from a vegetarian recipe that we learned back in the '80's, (Now at this point I should note that I consider recipes as suggestions. So, feel free make your own changes or additions.) Into a blender you add cooked beans, carrots, celery, onions, garlic powder, cilantro, chili powder, jalapeno, cumin and uncooked hot link sausage. Now admittedly sausage is not vegetarian, but the original recipe needed a flavor kick. But the other flavor secret is the carrots because they add a bit of sweetness. Puree everything to a smooth paste kinda like creamy mashed potatoes. Cook on a stove top. The Zenora used a Dutch oven on the stove top with no oil because the fat from the sausage while cooking will provide the oil. But bacon fat sounds pretty good to me and should really enhance the flavor. Again, these are suggested ingredients so adjust to taste and feel free to add available items that are on hand. For example, I would add red or yellow bell peppers too. Or what about chipotle powder for a smokey flavor. Just make it your own. I guarantee that these beans are ten times better than any of the dull flavored restaurant rey fried beans. Rick may prefer to stick with the traditional Mexican style, But for me "It's all about that taste....".

[@dawnbowie352]

@michaeld5268 ❤ I will be trying your suggestions! Because it IS all about the taste!

[@charliedavis8894]

The only time I use canned beans is in my pasta bean salad. Rotini pasta, black, navy, kidney and garbanzo beans, Italian dressing made with balsamic vinegar and olive oil and whatever veggies I have. REAL beans for frying though, (pintos) I still make in a crockpot overnight. I have a bowl for breakfast and refry some for dinner, yum! I like sour cream and cheese on the beans in a tortilla.

[@chillin2150]

This is exactly how I make mine..but I've always used pinto beans and and when mashing I agg some cheese!! Makes them creamy

[@yolandalynner2978]

My mouth is watering!! 😁😋

[@manishaholm]

You slice onions exactly the way I do. Refreshing.

[@leedoss6905]

Some people say cooking beans with salted water makes them turn dark. Ive never seen this. I believe soaking the beans in salted water makes a huge difference for the good in flavor. Just like you would cook pasta or shrimp in salted water. What you don't ever want to do is cook beans with sugared fluids they will never get soft.

[@ms.arambula5711]

I love that beautiful clay pot, perfect for cooking beans. Great method to refrying beans, lots of taste adding the onions and garlic. Go Mr. Bayless, you are my favorite Mexican chef, I continue to learn so many cooking techniques and endless knowledge about Mexico, thank you ❤😊

[@Loke2112]

Thank you brother. I already knew how to make this, but really enjoyed watching you do it got off my butt and put some pinto beans on the stove. Gonna make a little salsa Arbol and take it from there.

[@eamonpoplin8540]

I’ve been making my frijoles negros like this for years - I’m told that they’re a blending or hybrid of the Mexican and Cuban styles. But I do use my pressure cooker for them, absolutely. 40 minutes on high, then to the stovetop to simmer for about two hours as I add in my sofrito 😋

[@eduardodifarnecio2336]

Looks awesome. A note about canned beans: high sodium. For those watching their sodium intake gotta cook your own beans. And if you really enjoy your beans a pressure cooker is a great investment. Beans cook in no time in it using a minimum of gas or electricity.

[@klstay]

Fantastic - one of my absolute all time favorite dishes. There is no way I could stop at just 1/4 cup of bacon grease though. Also, my 5 gallon bucket of black beans is pretty old now (we at far more pinto) so I definitely have to soak them overnight first. Something to consider for those who also store dried beans and they may be a bit older.

[@lealataunton3719]

Salt at first will toughen the beans skins. Add your salt once you turn off the heat.

[@stephenhope7319]

Good knowledge here, I like the idea of making enough to freeze and save and not have to have the stove on too often. Just made a nice chicken fajitas taco dish for family, wish I had seen this recipe earlier. Cheers Rick.

[@GreenWitch1]

I could live on beans! I cook them all the time 🥰 This recipe looks pretty good.

[@robertsterner2145]

I made these exactly like this with moro beans from my last Rancho Gordo bean club drop (with admittedly a bit less garlic and salt in the soaking/cooking water) and OMG they were otherworldly, I never knew frijoles refritos could be so amazing.

[@redviewstudio]

I remembered watching his show on tv back in texas like 20 plus years ago, he has aged a lot, Hope he is doing well. I am so happy to see him again

[@gerardobrown-manrique900]

My only addition on occasion is to add a chipotle... gives a nice flavor to the frijoles refritos.

[@carmenmartinez2882]

I love pressure cookers and prefer the stove top ones because they give me more control taking less space, I don’t soak them but I do a flash cook for 4 minutes under pressure which is the equivalent of soaking overnight, I don’t change the water just add the ingredients, fat etc, don’t forget legumes need some fat or oil in pressure cooker. I’m from Mexico City and that’s how my mom used to cook them, I remember as kids we weren’t supposed to enter the kitchen when pressure cooker was going lol, the very old ones didn’t have the safety features new ones have but we never had an accident. Pressure cookers really infuse all the flavors in everything you cook. I love how Rick sticks to the real Mexican food but gives different alternatives to those of us that live in USA and find it hard to find some ingredients. I’ve been a subscriber of this channel for sometime and never been disappointed as to the taste of the real Mexican food recipes. Thanks Rick.

[@pmchamlee]

Gracias mi venerable profesor

[@miguelsalazar9530]

With a tostada beans and ranchero cheese mmmm!

[@kevinfoley7704]

Great video.

[@innerlocus]

Instant pot black beans for dinner tonight. thx

[@pamyacuzzo6614]

Wonderful information! Thank you for teaching!

[@tezhug1890]

Love refried beans

[@cheryllittmann1670]

I love these beans. Great recipe Rick. Yea I’m of the crockpot generation. I would still fry the onions and garlic after beans are cooked in a cast iron pan. Delicious. Thanks for sharing!

[@anamericancookinspain6738]

Starting with dried (unsoaked) beans was a really interesting technique here. I didn't realize that was a thing. Love it.

[@macsarcule]

Rick, such and awesome video to learn the basics and all the things you know about making beans! I will feel more confident now when I do this, so helpful! And I LOVE the quiet part where you’re chopping! It really draws me in and makes me feel like I’m in your kitchen with you! 🙂💜

[@28carrasquillo]

we eat pinto beans in Colombia mix with fried tomatoes, onions and garlic we do not smash it but it taste very good too!

[@Ekdog]

Pinto beans are very popular in northern Mexico and in the American Southwest, too.

[@bstewartexecutivecarcare3797]

I have essentially been making mine this way for years, just add a little cumin powder. Slather on a baquete and some queso place under the broiler for a few minutes and you have a delicious sandwich. These type of beans never last more than 2 days in my house, excellent recipe 👍✌️☮️

[@makelikeatree1696]

I scanned the comments looking to see if anyone else mentioned cumin. I always add a bit of cumin to mine as well.

[@jerrycarter7822]

Would like to see you do a video on frijoles borrachos!

[@thomasbarnes2582]

Rick, your recipes and books fantastic. Nothing like well made frijoles. I usually add a teaspoon or 2 of fresh ground cumin while cooking and a tablespoons or 2 of olive oil just before serving. Bring on the tortillas!

[@Sunnymamabear]

The Frijoles refritos are classic from central and south of Mexico - you won’t find them in the north of Mex- My grandpa used to make them deliciously with real Lard, chopped onions but he will burn the onion completely and then Remove it. it’s a simple snack for the day with a fresh hand made tortillas and queso fresco which you can’t find in the USA. Saludos desde Veracruz 😍😘

[@robertcook9264]

In California, we have a couple of family own places that make ques fresco and sell it at local stores. Handmade tortillas are a litte rare.

[@carmenmartinez2882]

You certainly find them in northern Mexico, I’m originally from Mexico City, relocated to USA but have a place in Baja where I intend to move permanently, meanwhile I’m a snowbird. You find homemade refried beans everywhere there just as delicious.

[@moongloomable]

Thanks perfect recipe and well explained!

[@Jarrahs24]

Damn you, Rick, Im making hella beans this weekend!!!

[@eddieafterburner]

Did you make hella beans that weekend?

[@marksieber4626]

Cool old lodge combo cooker

[@judgetoogood1033]

Love my re Fritos ❤❤❤

[@melissa48]

I always assumed "refried beans" were cooked twice! 😂

[@Sheila-sx2sq]

Thanks for this! I absolutely love your channel!❤

[@leedoss6905]

Just regular good refried beans are killer on a crispy homemade tostada. Nothing fancy just the refried beans.

[@bitchn_betty]

I got excited when I heard don't use store bought lard....saw small container and...... I hope it's bacon grease...... BooYaah. A man after my own heart. Bacon grease popcorn is quite delicious, don't skimp on the bacon grease. Childhood memories, I thought popcorn was naturally bacon flavored I didn't know my dad was cooking the popcorn in bacon grease.

[@jbthor9032]

Whenever I do frijoles, I will buy a 9 oz tube of Cacique beef or pork chorizo. Cook it in a non-stick skillet for 5 minutes, stirring and mashing it. I'll buy 3 15oz cans of pinto beans drained and rinsed. Dump them into the pan and simmer in water. Keep simmering for as long as you want until the beans are soft enough to mash them.

[@kellygilbert-rios6319]

Thanks for another option 😎

[@ryanb3731]

My sister is in the events/catering business and did a wedding for a close family member of owners of Cacique. This was in downtown LA at a very expensive venue that’s hosted NFL boosters, very recognizable celebrities, etc. I won’t get more ape it you get the idea. The Cacique party was one of, if not the most, glamorous events she ever did. That’s the whole story, nothing negative or juicy to report lol. Apparently she really enjoyed them as clients. Nothing high maintenance just tons of money.

[@janbrewington7771]

Yum

[@MarioN-mh1ey]

Bro, I’d recommend another brand as the Cacique chorizo is made from all organ parts…

[@aaronbickford8725]

@@ryanb3731Wow…I am just soooooo impressed!!! Can I be your sister, just for a day?

[@rray98]

If you are cooking dried beans use enough water to make sure you have approximately 3 cups of bean gravy left. Use it to cook your rice for black beans and rice. The difference between that and water is night and day. It can be used with leftover dried beans you may not have used, or if you used them all, use canned beans. Unlike Rick I will drain the gravy from cans due to heavy salt content. I believe all the canned beans have 500 or more mg of sodium. But give it a try, it's pretty awesome.

[@judysocal8682]

I like home made beans are better than canned. I don't think I ever make them the same way twice in regards to seasoning but they are simple so always good.

[@gmatheny8819]

Your snack, do you put the Cotija cheese on the beans, or on the top of the tortilla? Or both? Corn or flour tortilla? Thank you!

[@Crankinstien]

Can,t wait to try this

[@Rickflairshair]

WOOOOOOOOOOOOO. Awesome video and presentation. Thank you sir.

[@ricardojaimes6604]

Been waiting to see this video. Great stuff as always chef. Any recommendations on dry bean brands?

[@candygram4435]

Those are some well fried beans

[@aptaylor75]

Some of the taco trucks here in upper Midwest, run by immigrants from Mexico, add CHORIZO to their beans, which I really like. Does anyone know if this is authentic? Or is it just something they do for American palates?

[@bradcampbell624]

These look fantastic. Such a simple prep. We are officially Friends Brother!

[@hjrosas071]

I call them refried beans because that's what my Mexican born and raised wife calls them.

[@RJA6508]

I am a bit confused. Is the european black bean different? I have always soaked dried beans overnight but after your remark I decided to try to boil them directly. Tasting after 2 hours was like biting pebbles. After almost 5 hours, the beans fall apart easily but very crumbly and the taste is not as I am used to. Fortunately I also had some cans with beans to use instead.