How to Make Spicy Slow Cooker Pinto Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Slow cooker recipes are a game-changer when it comes to easy and delicious meals. Not only do they require minimal effort, but they also result in tender and flavorful dishes. If you're a fan of spicy and comforting Mexican-inspired flavors, then this Spicy Slow Cooker Pinto Beans recipe is a must-try.

Pinto beans are a staple in Mexican cuisine and are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber. When cooked low and slow, they become incredibly creamy and rich in flavor. With the...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds dried pinto beans, sorted and rinsed
  • 2 large jalapeno peppers, stemmed
  • 4 large cloves garlic
  • 2 smoked ham hocks, or more to taste
  • 1 large onion, cut into large chunks
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1 ½ tablespoons cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 (7 ounce) cans chopped green chile peppers

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 hrs
  • Additional Time: 3 hrs 10 mins
  • Total Time: 13 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 servings

  • Place pinto beans in a 7-quart slow cooker and add enough water to cover. Allow to soak for 3 to 4 hours.
  • Combine jalapeno peppers and garlic in a food processor; puree into a paste.
  • Drain beans and return to the slow cooker. Stir in jalapeno-garlic paste. Nestle ham hocks among the beans. Sprinkle onion chunks, salt, cayenne, pepper, and paprika over the beans. Place bacon and green chiles on top.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 10 hours. Remove ham hocks. Cool slightly; shred the meat.
  • Return meat and fat to the slow cooker. Stir for a few minutes to incorporate fat into the beans and give liquid a creamy consistency. Turn off or keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Nutrition

    260 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 1101mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 61mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 761mg