When you think of Mexican food, you think of vibrant flavors and diverse ingredients. However, some ingredients turn up in nearly every dish. One of those ingredients is beans. Having common ingredients doesn’t make Mexican cuisine any less diverse. In fact, there are several varieties of beans, and we use a lot of them to make Mexican food in Manchester at Mi Jalisco. Among the wide variety of beans we cook with, three stand out from the pack: pinto beans, black beans, and refried beans.
Mexican food in Manchester just wouldn’t be the same without beans. Let’s take a closer look at our top three beans.
Pinto Beans
If you want to add some extra protein to a dish without disrupting the flavor profile, pinto beans are the perfect choice. They are small and oval-shaped, with a pale brown color and reddish-brown speckles. Their mild and earthy flavor complements most other flavors and pairs especially well with savory spices and herbs. Pinto beans are a common ingredient in soups, stews, and burritos, and they also add some much-needed protein to various vegetarian dishes.
Black Beans
If the beans in your burrito aren’t pinto beans, they’re probably black beans. They are easy to identify by their shiny black skin and round shape. Black beans are a little bigger than pinto beans, and their flavor is slightly sweeter and more robust. Besides burritos, black beans are common in soups, salads, and tacos. Mexican food is just as famous for its appearance as it is for its flavor, and the inclusion of black beans contributes to the visual interest of many Mexican dishes.
Refried Beans
Refried beans aren’t a variety of beans but rather a method of cooking them. Most types of beans can be turned into refried beans, but pinto and black are the most common. The beans are soaked or boiled, mashed, and then fried. The result is a velvety texture and rich flavor. Just like beans cooked in other ways, refried beans are often fillings for tacos, burritos, and other dishes. Refried beans are also a common side—usually served with rice—that accompanies most items on the menu at your favorite Mexican restaurant.
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Delicious Mexican food in Manchester is easy to find at Mi Jalisco! Everything on our menu is made from authentic recipes and with the freshest ingredients. Visit us at 300 South Willow Street to taste the difference for yourself! You can also order online to enjoy your meal at home.