Mostly used in Mexican cuisine like burritos or chillies, pinto beans are buttery and delicious. I tried it for the first time with an Indian twist and was amazed at how perfect they taste even with "Indian" masalas.
Ingredients :
1 can (15.5 oz.) Pinto Beans, drained and rinsed
1 small onion, peeled and chopped
2-3 tbsp. olive oil,
2 elaichis/cardamom
1" stick of dalchini/cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger paste
1 tsp garlic paste
1/4 tsp. Garam masala powder
salt, to taste
1/2 - 1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp haldi/ turmeric
Cilantro leaves, chopped , for garnish.
Grind together:
1 medium tomato
1/4 C coriander leaves/ cilantroMethod :
Heat oil in a pan and cook elaichi and dalchini for few seconds. Add onions and saute till they are translucent. Add the beans and cook for a minute , add ginger garlic pastes, chili powder, salt and haldi. Add the tomato paste, garam masala powder and fry for a min. Add about 3/4 cup water , sprinkle some chopped cilantro , cover and cook the beans till done, about 5 to 10 mins. on low heat.
Enjoy it with roti or as a topping on a toasted slice of bread.
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