Oklahoma Chile Beans

Cook: 120 min Serves: 11 Cuisine: American

Oklahoma Chile Beans is a hearty, flavorful dish featuring tender pinto beans, ham hocks, and chilies, perfect for comforting family meals and those who enjoy bold Southern flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 4 c. red pinto beans
  • 2 small ham hocks
  • 1 (7 oz.) can Ortega chilies
  • 2 Tbsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. honey
  • 1 small onion

Instructions

  1. Simmer the beans with ham hocks and Ortega chilies for about 1 hour.
  2. Continue to cook slowly until beans are tender and flavors meld.
  3. Adjust seasoning with salt and honey to taste before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

149 kcal 7% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 1.3g 3% DV
Total Fat 3.6g 5% DV
Carbs 30g 11% DV
Fiber 0.6g 2% DV
Sugar 21.8g 44% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9883.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 72.5mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 2.1mg 2% DV
Calcium 20.3mg 2% DV
Iron 0.6mg 3% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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