Frijoles Molidos

Dive into the rich and comforting flavors of Frijoles Molidos, a traditional Latin American dish that transforms humble black beans into a velvety purée bursting with savory goodness. This recipe starts with dried black beans, simmered low and slow with aromatic onion, garlic, and a hint of bay leaf to build layers of earthy, hearty flavor. Once tender, the beans are blended to a silky consistency and finished with a quick sauté in vegetable oil for added depth. Seasoned delicately with salt and black pepper, this versatile dish is perfect as a creamy side, a hearty taco filling, or a flavorful topping for tostadas. Ready in under three hours, Frijoles Molidos is an affordable, plant-based staple that brings authentic Latin flair to any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried black beans
• 8 cups water
• 1 large white onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried black beans under cold running water to remove any debris.

Step 2

Place the beans in a large pot and cover them with 8 cups of water.

Step 3

Peel and quarter the white onion. Add it to the pot along with peeled garlic cloves and the bay leaf.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for about 90-120 minutes or until the beans are tender.

Step 5

Check periodically to ensure the beans are submerged, adding more water if necessary.

Step 6

Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf and discard.

Step 7

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beans to a blender. Add about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid from the pot. You may need to blend in batches.

Step 8

Blend the beans until smooth and creamy. You can add more cooking liquid if the beans are too thick.

Step 9

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 10

Carefully pour the blended beans into the skillet, stirring continuously to prevent splattering. Cook for about 10 minutes or until desired consistency is reached.

Step 11

Season the frijoles molidos with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 12

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm as a side dish, a filling for tacos, or a topping for tostadas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2538.8 grams (2538.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	906

Total Fat 41.40g	53%
Saturated Fat 6.20g	31%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3262mg	142%
Total Carbohydrate 107.50g	39%
Dietary Fiber 35.20g	126%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 34.70g	69%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 9mg	47%
Potassium 1619mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 45.7%