Description
A hearty soup made with pinto beans, green chile, and beef, perfect for a warm meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or stew beef, diced)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies (mild or hot)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups beef broth (or water)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). If using stew beef, brown it in the same way for about 8-10 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Stir in the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to let the spices become fragrant.
- Add the pinto beans, green chilies, diced tomatoes (with juices), and beef broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 25-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. If you used stew beef, make sure the beef becomes tender during this time.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or chili powder as needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for a burst of freshness.
- Serve hot with warm tortillas or crusty bread on the side, if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the heat by choosing mild or hot green chilies.
- This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to add other vegetables, such as bell peppers or corn, for additional flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg