Frijoles Puercos: Spicy Pinto Bean and Chorizo Dip Recipe
Frijoles Puercos is a flavorful Mexican dish featuring creamy, smoky pinto beans blended with spicy chipotle peppers, rich pork chorizo, crispy bacon, melty cheese, and pickled jalapeƱos. Perfect as a decadent bean dip or a savory side dish, this recipe is a comforting and satisfying way to enjoy traditional Mexican flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Beans and Peppers
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans with liquid (about 2 – 15 oz cans)
- 2 chipotle chiles with adobo sauce
Meats
- 1 lb pork chorizo
- 4 slices bacon, diced
Cheese and Toppings
- 8 oz shredded Pepper Jack, Queso Oaxaca, or Chihuahua cheese
- Ā¼ cup pickled jalapeƱos, diced
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced bacon and cook until it becomes almost crisp, rendering out the fat. This will create a flavorful base for the dish.
- Add and cook chorizo: Add the pork chorizo to the skillet with the bacon. Break it up using the back of a spoon and cook until the chorizo is also almost crispy, releasing its smoky, spicy flavors and combining well with the bacon.
- Puree the beans and chipotle: Transfer the cooked pinto beans along with their liquid and the chipotle peppers with adobo sauce into a blender or use an immersion blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine bean mixture with meats: Pour the pureed bean and chipotle mixture into the skillet containing the cooked bacon and chorizo. Stir thoroughly to incorporate all flavors evenly.
- Add cheese and jalapeƱos: Mix in the shredded cheese and diced pickled jalapeƱos. Stir well so the cheese melts and the jalapeƱos distribute evenly, then simmer the mixture on low heat for about five minutes to meld the flavors and ensure the cheese is fully melted.
- Serve: Serve the Frijoles Puercos hot, either as a delicious bean dip with tortilla chips or as a savory side dish to accompany your favorite main courses.
Notes
- For a smokier flavor, you can add a little smoked paprika along with the chipotle peppers.
- Use fresh jalapeƱos for a fresher heat, or adjust the amount of pickled jalapeƱos based on your spice preference.
- If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute chicken or vegetable sausage for the chorizo and omit the bacon.
- To keep it gluten-free, verify that your chorizo and pickled jalapeƱos do not contain any gluten additives.
- Serve with warm corn or flour tortillas as an alternative to tortilla chips for a heartier dish.
