Instant Pot Borracho Cranberry Beans

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No soaking is required for these cranberry beans made in an Instant Pot, so they can be done and on your table in no time. Don't let the beer scare you off. The alcohol cooks off so that the beans get drunk and not you.

Submitted by Soup Loving Nicole
Updated on June 9, 2022
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 1 small onion, chopped

  • 1 pound dried cranberry beans

  • 4 cups chicken broth

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle beer

  • 1 cup picante sauce

  • ½ cup chopped cilantro

  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeno peppers

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano

  • 1 teaspoon cumin

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function.

  2. Add oil to the pot and let heat for about 1 minute. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes. Turn Sauté function off.

  3. Add cranberry beans, chicken broth, beer, picante sauce, cilantro, jalapeño peppers, garlic, oregano, and cumin; stir to combine. Close and lock the lid.

  4. Select high pressure according to the manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 45 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

  5. Release pressure using the natural-release method according to the manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

245 Calories
2g Fat
41g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 245
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2g 2%
Saturated Fat 0g 2%
Cholesterol 3mg 1%
Sodium 892mg 39%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 15g 53%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 15g 29%
Vitamin C 8mg 9%
Calcium 93mg 7%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 890mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.