Como cocinar frijoles rojos Salvadorenos | Para principiantes!

red beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and still provide a hearty texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and has a neutral flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley is a common herb that can be used as a milder substitute.

Sort through the red beans to remove any damaged ones.

Wash the beans thoroughly, adding a little soap to help remove dirt, then rinse until the soap is gone.

Place the cleaned beans in a colander.

Boil the beans in fresh water for about 1.5 hours until cooked.

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