How to Make Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy night in or for entertaining a crowd. This recipe combines the simplicity of cooking with an instant pot with the rich flavors of borracho beans, making it a sure crowd-pleaser.

Borracho beans, also known as drunken beans, are a traditional Mexican dish that is packed with flavor. The addition of cranberry beans adds a unique and delicious twist to the classic recipe, making this dish truly ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 pound dried cranberry beans
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer
  • 1 cup picante sauce
  • ½ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeno peppers
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function.
  • Add oil to the pot and let heat for about 1 minute. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes. Turn Sauté function off.
  • Add cranberry beans, chicken broth, beer, picante sauce, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, garlic, oregano, and cumin; stir to combine. Close and lock the lid.
  • Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Nutrition

    245 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 892mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 15g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 93mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 890mg