Puercos-Frijoles

Frijoles puercos is a traditional bean-based dish. This appetizer, side dish, or even a dip is usually made with a combination of cooked beans, chipotle chili peppers, beef or pork chorizo, lard, jalapeños, and Oaxaca or Chihuahua cheese (or any other Mexican melting cheese). The chorizo is cooked in lard, then mixed with a combination of puréed beans and chipotle peppers. The shredded cheese and the jalapeños are added to the mix, which is cooked over low heat so that the flavors blend together. Once done, frijoles puercos are served hot with tortillas and served as a dip, or as a side dish with a variety of meat dishes.