Mexican Pinto Beans with Red Rice and Roasted Salsa

A comforting, budget-friendly Mexican meal of tender pinto beans, fluffy tomato-flavored red rice, and a bright, spicy roasted tomatillo salsa. Finished with queso fresco and avocado, this dish is satisfying as a main or side.

MediumMexicanServes 6

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Source Video
50m
Prep
2h 55m
Cook
27m
Cleanup
4h 12m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$10.60
Per serving:$1.77

Critical Success Points

  • • Sort and rinse beans thoroughly to avoid grit or stones.
  • • Add salt to beans after they have softened to prevent tough skins.
  • • Toast rice evenly and don't burn it for fluffy, flavorful rice.
  • • Do not lift the lid while rice is cooking to ensure proper steaming.

Safety Warnings

  • • Use caution when handling hot pots and boiling water.
  • • Be careful when blending hot salsa ingredients—vent the blender lid to avoid steam buildup.
  • • Jalapeños can irritate skin and eyes; wash hands after handling.
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