The Best Mexican Rice and Beans You’ll Ever Make | Epicurious 101

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  • Опубліковано 14 тра 2024
  • In this edition of Epicurious 101, professional chef Saúl Montiel demonstrates how to make rich, creamy, and flavorful rice and beans-a classic Mexican side dish.
    Director: Debbie Wong
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    Talent: Saul Montiel
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  • @Xaero188
    @Xaero188 4 місяці тому +1622

    This world needs more Saúl recipe instructions.

    • @urdad9853
      @urdad9853 4 місяці тому +7

      YUP

    • @DerSchrottBastler
      @DerSchrottBastler 4 місяці тому +27

      i would add: the world needs more Saúl´s. He is so nice and funy.

    • @jakoblarok
      @jakoblarok 3 місяці тому +2

      ¡Exactamente!

    • @lotusquel
      @lotusquel 2 місяці тому +1

      Si!

  • @CarissaAN
    @CarissaAN 4 місяці тому +3042

    “For this recipe you need 5,642 pieces of black beans. No less, no more.” 😂😂😂

    • @jhawar-ji
      @jhawar-ji 4 місяці тому +19

      Its 5642

    • @MisterChompipe
      @MisterChompipe 4 місяці тому

      ⁠@@Seriously... Janitor food seems much tastier than meth, the food of inbred trailer scum. Plus, janitors tend to have all their teeth, Seriously.

    • @sweet-mouth
      @sweet-mouth 4 місяці тому +7

      According to sublime is 5246

    • @CarissaAN
      @CarissaAN 4 місяці тому +5

      @@jhawar-jiI fixed it. Thank you!😊

    • @Victor-Soria
      @Victor-Soria 4 місяці тому +20

      @@Seriously...It’s what your ancestors ate on thanksgiving day

  • @caitlin4970
    @caitlin4970 4 місяці тому +808

    I appreciate Chef Saúl for mentioning alternative ingredients and quick fixes (like for the tomato broth) 😊

    • @chriswhinery925
      @chriswhinery925 4 місяці тому +18

      Yes this. Epizote and dried avocado leaves may be more traditional in Mexico but these ingredients are not exactly widely available in most US grocery stores. Bay leaves and cilantro, we've got.

  • @marilynturcotte5304
    @marilynturcotte5304 4 місяці тому +992

    Love this Chef's attitude, so homey and honest.

    • @lilliamuribe9438
      @lilliamuribe9438 4 місяці тому +5

      yes!! my fav!

    • @vickyfrazier3981
      @vickyfrazier3981 4 місяці тому +3

      Love this chef’s recipes and his presentations!

    • @dxcSOUL
      @dxcSOUL 4 місяці тому +6

      And he's not trying too hard to be funny. Like many other chefs on UA-cam...

  • @melammutumultus4654
    @melammutumultus4654 3 місяці тому +35

    Two things I appreciate about this video: 1. It's easy to veganize 2. He loves his mom ❤

  • @stephgreen3070
    @stephgreen3070 Місяць тому +67

    Watching Saúl is like getting an abuelita’s entire cooking knowledge for free. The on point explanations on even simple things-what you do and *why* you do it that way- are just so helpful and interesting.

    • @azmanhussain
      @azmanhussain Місяць тому +1

      U think I can use the same ingredients for pinto, or do I need to change some stuff

    • @stephgreen3070
      @stephgreen3070 Місяць тому +2

      @@azmanhussain I’m afraid I don’t know. Better call Saúl. Lol

  • @josereyna8885
    @josereyna8885 4 місяці тому +485

    I remember us kids being given the job of “limpiando los frijoles” at the table too. We had to take out the little stones and the broken beans. We would usually do this with 20 pounds of beans to last for the week. We mostly used pinto beans and would add bacon along with cumin, onion, garlic, and cilantro. We would make arroz in a slightly different way and at times we would have fideo. That is still comfort food for me. Gracias, Chef Raul, for keeping these traditions alive and current!

    • @isabellapaganella2220
      @isabellapaganella2220 4 місяці тому +13

      Same thing in Brazil!

    • @carolinasv525
      @carolinasv525 4 місяці тому +8

      This made me so happy to read! I also had to help clean out the beans when I was younger, and it’s true that epazote makes black beans taste even better than they already do! My mom does that 🤗 I wonder what chefs think about cooking beans on a pressure cooker, as that’s the only way I’ve done it so far 😅😅😬 saves so much time and has worked out great for me! (I have a smart lid ninja foodi).

    • @mirandatarantella
      @mirandatarantella 4 місяці тому

      ​@@isabellapaganella2220Yes 😊 Saudades!!!

    • @mirandatarantella
      @mirandatarantella 4 місяці тому +4

      ​@carolinasv525 Actually,that sounds like a great method for super creamy beans.
      I 'll have to try it :) Never thought of that!

    • @honeybadger1847
      @honeybadger1847 4 місяці тому +7

      Same in Chile. We had little, speckled white and red beans. You had to close your eyes to feel gravel and stone chips.

  • @johrathbun
    @johrathbun 4 місяці тому +440

    I had to move to Mexico to learn that avocado leaf trick in the beans, and Saul's out here giving it away for free. The humanity of it all! 😆

    • @BigSpoonyBard
      @BigSpoonyBard 4 місяці тому

      @@Snerts Check your local mexican grocery store. You should be able to get all your dried leaves and chiles there for maximum mexi-food.

    • @danny2571
      @danny2571 4 місяці тому +22

      @@SnertsMexican grocery/meat market

    • @donnaleveron5711
      @donnaleveron5711 4 місяці тому +28

      Or you can sprout the seed inside the avocado, 3 toothpicks in the bottom half, submerge bottom in a jar of water and it will sprout roots and leaves and can be planted into a larger pot. Depending on the climate where you live, you could transplant outside, and have a never ending supply of avocado leaves. 😊

    • @amberbowman3381
      @amberbowman3381 2 місяці тому +3

      😅

    • @candyqueenify
      @candyqueenify 12 годин тому

      bless your ignorant heart lol.

  • @MrWoodard91
    @MrWoodard91 4 місяці тому +245

    I freaking love Saul. Would absolutely watch a whole half hour traditional cooking show with just Saul every week!

    • @professionaldistortion
      @professionaldistortion 3 місяці тому +2

      Agreed! He is a joy to watch and doesn't over complicate things like most chefs do.

    • @KrAOLo
      @KrAOLo 3 місяці тому

      At least your not hauling 40kg of tortillas every time you move to another country.
      Customs be like, wtf is this new drug smuggling technique.
      The I pull out the US diplomatic passport and be like, just sharing our mixing pot culture with the world and factory tortillas don't make the cut.

  • @catalhuyuk7
    @catalhuyuk7 4 місяці тому +142

    I eat beans and rice on a corn tortilla everyday for breakfast. I never get tired of it because every batch is different. I will definitely try this method.

    • @starbrightinfinity3329
      @starbrightinfinity3329 4 місяці тому +9

      That’s how I am with my beans. Some days I have epazote and other days it’s cilantro. Sometimes I have neither so I use bay leaves. And when I refry them, sometimes I add bacon, sometimes I don’t. But for sure they are heaven every time.

    • @bonniedelnorte
      @bonniedelnorte 3 місяці тому +2

      Healthy and delicious!

    • @mak12578
      @mak12578 3 місяці тому

      Do you always use black beans

  • @dandles2010
    @dandles2010 4 місяці тому +264

    I'm SO glad to see his version of rice and beans. I'm going to make this version.

    • @iluvpugz17
      @iluvpugz17 4 місяці тому +8

      Me too! Sounds much better than just seasoned, drained can of black beans in white rice 😅

  • @philwhitern
    @philwhitern 4 місяці тому +88

    I don't usually mind when there's no recipe, but the whole point is cooking 101, cmon.
    Anyways, my quick notes:
    2 cups black beans
    soak overnight
    8 cups water to a boil
    add beans
    add: 1.5 onions
    4 cloves garlic
    two avocado leaves
    2 bay leaves
    4 epazote leaves
    boil 60-90 minutes till tender
    remove aromatics
    saute half onion diced in veg oil
    add salt
    add beans, keep salting
    simmer 15-20 minutes
    can whole tomatoes to blender
    quarter tsp cumin
    two cloves garlic
    lil salt
    14 oz chicken stock
    puree
    wash long grain rice (how much? who knows, let's say 2 cups)
    hot pan add oil
    add rice, stir till brown
    add tomato mixture, bring to simmer
    add corn, green peas, carrots, and a serrano on top, don't mix
    cover, leave it alone
    simmer 12-13 minutes
    check if it's cooked, if so turn off heat and let sit for a while to finish
    done

    • @FlavourFool
      @FlavourFool 4 місяці тому +1

      Yeah, the beans are measured even though we only use some of them, and the stock is measured, even though we don't know how much rice 🤷‍♀️

    • @insubordinateandchurlish
      @insubordinateandchurlish 4 місяці тому +8

      @@FlavourFoolpisses me off since there are so many comments saying omg can’t wait to make this. Yeah go nuts, see if you can figure it out

    • @chettajohnson5261
      @chettajohnson5261 4 місяці тому +2

      @@FlavourFool he used all the beans though…

    • @FlavourFool
      @FlavourFool 4 місяці тому

      @@insubordinateandchurlish Haha

    • @FlavourFool
      @FlavourFool 4 місяці тому

      @@chettajohnson5261 Oh did he, I thought he just used some.

  • @andrewmcdonnell6369
    @andrewmcdonnell6369 4 місяці тому +57

    I have been living in Mexico for 9 years and it never ceases to amaze me how Mexicans can produce amazing, quality food with very basic ingredients!

  • @jboj999
    @jboj999 4 місяці тому +245

    Its like they knew Ive been making Mexican rice wrong

  • @Blessed1963
    @Blessed1963 4 місяці тому +67

    Chef Saul Montiel you have the perfect personality for making videos. That touch of humor is nice. It is so enjoyable watching you cook.

  • @laraellenh
    @laraellenh 3 місяці тому +44

    I made a vegetarian variation of this -subbing veggie stock for chicken stock - truly the best ever rice and beans of my life. Paired it with super fresh guac. I also didn't have enough pans, so I soaked the beans but finished them in a pressure cooker on h high pressure for 40 minutes. Delish

  • @SSDLR
    @SSDLR 4 місяці тому +64

    More recipes by Saul please. I could watch him all day.

  • @sharoneicher7895
    @sharoneicher7895 4 місяці тому +42

    I judge a Mexican restaurant by its rice and salsa. Now I can make 5star rice myself! Thanks Chef!

  • @josephplanta4584
    @josephplanta4584 4 місяці тому +117

    This guy is great. I hope they put up more videos with this chef.

  • @bellebeauty67
    @bellebeauty67 2 місяці тому +7

    CHEF NEEDS HIS OWN SHOW!!!

  • @joannewistaria5777
    @joannewistaria5777 Місяць тому +3

    I've watched this 6xs to get the ingredients list. Epicurus, please post everything on this page. I ended up making 2 trips to the store. More Mexican dishes with this delightful host! Much appreciated.

  • @mb2444
    @mb2444 4 місяці тому +14

    Saul touched on every single point that my Mexican grandmothers and mom would have touched to make rice and beans amazing. With the exception perhaps to stab the serrano chile before adding it to release more flavor.
    I love that Saul has his own segment without the distraction of other people in the video. This is black and red gold (black and red rice).

  • @redcurlvegan
    @redcurlvegan 3 місяці тому +21

    I LOVE cooking videos and cooking is one of my biggest passions so I consume a lot of food content, but this is the first time I think I've smiled the whole way through a video - Saúl was so enjoyable to watch and motivational too!

  • @magiemay74
    @magiemay74 4 місяці тому +21

    I would watch Chef Saul exclusively. I love his videos on here! I'm already trying his recipes this week. MORE CHEF Saul!

  • @jeremywolf1560
    @jeremywolf1560 4 місяці тому +28

    This is hands down the best way to make rice and beans I've ever seen. Absolutely amazing, chef. I wrote down every itty bitty detail and I'm going to make this for my novia and madre for Valentine's Day. Muchas gracias, cocinero.

  • @angrypotato_fz
    @angrypotato_fz 4 місяці тому +37

    Chef Saúl is a great teacher - with great sense of humour and useful tips for fixing the dish :) I'd like to try this!

  • @berenice635
    @berenice635 Місяць тому +4

    I can listen to Saul all day. So fun to learn how to cook with him.

  • @connorbishop3289
    @connorbishop3289 2 місяці тому +5

    6:10 that happy face is priceless😂

  • @saraschleicher7044
    @saraschleicher7044 2 місяці тому +11

    Omg these beans are fantastic! I made them today following your instructions and this is my new favorite recipe for making beans.

  • @olive5890
    @olive5890 3 місяці тому +7

    Can we have more recipes by Saul? Por favor! ❤

  • @tom_something
    @tom_something 4 місяці тому +18

    Canned whole tomatoes are a great choice because it's easier to remove most of the seeds before blending. Avoid canned _diced_ tomatoes at all costs. Canned diced tomatoes are usually treated with calcium chloride, which can give it a mealy texture even after blending and cooking.
    Canned whole beans tend to include calcium chloride as well and similarly do not break down when refrying. Between that and the acid they have to add to the can to preserve it (which makes it slightly sour), there really is no substitute for chef Montiel's approach.

    • @cinm9565
      @cinm9565 4 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for the info

  • @deninevh
    @deninevh 4 місяці тому +5

    I enjoyed this, thank you for the lesson! I also watch a Greek chef, Akis, and they remind me of each other when they talk about their creations.

  • @MathasarSalazar2
    @MathasarSalazar2 4 місяці тому +23

    Oh look there's saul again, better watch.
    Never disappoints.

  • @agooglyminotaur169
    @agooglyminotaur169 4 місяці тому +8

    Fantastic. Great teacher and the food looks great - love the suggestions on authentic aromatics to increase the flavor. Will definitely be trying this recipe!

  • @robertm348
    @robertm348 4 місяці тому +3

    Chef Saul, I love your presentations! Highly informative and entertaining. Thank you.

  • @tikwon7042
    @tikwon7042 4 місяці тому +17

    I can listen to u all day... Gracias!

  • @MCJJtracks
    @MCJJtracks 4 місяці тому +3

    More of this please. Havent seen this channel in a while but this guy is legit

  • @benmcbride101
    @benmcbride101 4 місяці тому +20

    I would eat a ton of that without anything else, it looks awesome! Am definitely going to make it.

  • @ellierk2880
    @ellierk2880 4 місяці тому +3

    Your recipe is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

  • @Catalina9679
    @Catalina9679 4 місяці тому +2

    I Love the way you teach simple and authentic. I will try your recipes! Gracias!

  • @katiebellamartinezchannel9587
    @katiebellamartinezchannel9587 4 місяці тому +5

    I loved
    Your recipes please keep making more !🙏💕💕😊

  • @gibberishname
    @gibberishname 4 місяці тому +11

    I LOVE Chef Saul. his videos are like a HUG every dang time.

  • @brookec.b.3611
    @brookec.b.3611 4 місяці тому

    Love this. The chef's dry humor and presentation is perfect 😂

  • @karenderuyter2568
    @karenderuyter2568 4 місяці тому +4

    What a wonderful cooking lesson! This looks delicious…and I love this man’s food passion!

  • @violetavenue8990
    @violetavenue8990 4 місяці тому +2

    You sir are the real deal. Genius. Keep the videos coming.

  • @c0riinthehouse
    @c0riinthehouse 4 місяці тому +3

    I love Saul’s videos! Please give us more!

  • @muslimakhon23
    @muslimakhon23 4 місяці тому +2

    Saul is such a heart warming person❤️

  • @kcvinwehoLA
    @kcvinwehoLA 3 місяці тому +4

    Chef Saul is fantastic! Please feature him again!!

  • @intentionalgreatness
    @intentionalgreatness 4 місяці тому +1

    Glad i found this. Thank you! The humor is a nice touch lol

  • @michaelbrutallyhonest6026
    @michaelbrutallyhonest6026 4 місяці тому +1

    This was great, hopefully this chef makes many more videos. I was taught and entertained.

  • @mnm25479
    @mnm25479 4 місяці тому +5

    Exactly what I was looking for. Clear instructions. Thank you!

  • @MottiShneor
    @MottiShneor 3 місяці тому +2

    THANK YOU!!!! Will be doing it tomorrow. I need to soak my black beans now. Wonderful.

  • @tammythompson1927
    @tammythompson1927 4 місяці тому +21

    Love it!!! Look forward to seeing more Mexican dishes Saul.

  • @missyblack1058
    @missyblack1058 4 місяці тому +2

    Oh my goodness. I must make this NOW. Preparing my grocery list as I watch . . . Thank you for this inspiration!

  • @brianbushue
    @brianbushue 3 місяці тому

    thank you so much, such a great video! no matter how much you know about a cuisine, there is always more to learn

  • @pete5534
    @pete5534 4 місяці тому +4

    Terrific. Thank you!
    I love Mexican cookery.

  • @seagreenblue4052
    @seagreenblue4052 15 днів тому

    I've been wanting this Mexican rice and beans for the longest time. Thank you. 💖💐

  • @bluesarracenia
    @bluesarracenia 2 місяці тому +1

    Omg this recipe and tutorial is amazing. I can’t wait to make thissssss!!!! The flavors and precision! 🔥

  • @jak762
    @jak762 4 місяці тому +1

    Wow! Thank you for sharing the amazing recipe!

  • @eggiesammich
    @eggiesammich 4 місяці тому +1

    100% will try this! Thanks chef Saul!

  • @rjmari
    @rjmari 4 місяці тому +2

    The deadpan humor is very understated. Thanks for the recipes!

  • @rebpos6519
    @rebpos6519 Місяць тому +2

    Absolutely fantastic video. Best how to cooking vid I've seen in s very long time.

  • @mayallen2795
    @mayallen2795 4 місяці тому +1

    Love it! More recipes like this please!

  • @valorousbeatz852
    @valorousbeatz852 4 місяці тому +8

    It's the smile on his face when he takes the lid off to check the rice for me 🤣🤣 same, my dude, same

  • @danielconley5256
    @danielconley5256 3 місяці тому +2

    Love this video and now I finally know how to make authentic Mexican black beans! Yes!! And rice too!!!

  • @KevShaw808
    @KevShaw808 4 місяці тому +2

    This guy is great! I am totally going to make this and he was super fun to watch!

  • @user-sf8tv9iw1g
    @user-sf8tv9iw1g 3 місяці тому

    This chef is a gem! Talent and humour. Loved it😊

  • @amycastor2872
    @amycastor2872 4 місяці тому +2

    This looks amazing. I can't wait to try it!

  • @dinamariea61
    @dinamariea61 2 місяці тому +1

    Thanks! I love beans and rice. Thank you for this video.

  • @madebyirly1812
    @madebyirly1812 10 днів тому

    I love me episodes with Chef Saul. The best hand down.

  • @pastorswife1998
    @pastorswife1998 4 місяці тому +3

    Chef Saul is my favorite!

  • @brunosimon25
    @brunosimon25 3 місяці тому +1

    Fabulous video. Great job Saul. I'll try it for sure.

  • @Marcusp1620
    @Marcusp1620 2 місяці тому +1

    Awesome, so glad you posted this video. Going to try this recipe this week. Trying to eat beans daily for fiber. Muchas gracias!

  • @kth6736
    @kth6736 4 місяці тому +44

    In India we call it "Beans&Rice" instead of "Rice&Beans".
    And we put the tomato puree in the beans rather than rice.
    Sometimes I wrap them in a Chapati to pretend im eating a Burritto. But my Mom tells me to stop acting weird.

    • @donnaleveron5711
      @donnaleveron5711 4 місяці тому +2

      Seems all ethnicities have their version, love it!

    • @jayreddy6038
      @jayreddy6038 3 місяці тому

      haha bro rajma chawal is a little bit different no? diff beans, more ghee, etc.?

    • @bandanadas9696
      @bandanadas9696 2 місяці тому

      In south eats tomato bhat.. nothing special

    • @kth6736
      @kth6736 2 місяці тому

      @@bandanadas9696 Rajma Chawal.

  • @michaeldean9338
    @michaeldean9338 4 місяці тому +1

    Looks tasty, Chef. Will give this recipe a try. Thank you, and Happy New Year

  • @saraholdshield9901
    @saraholdshield9901 4 місяці тому +1

    This is the best video …. EVER!!!! I love him!!!

  • @jkuhl2492
    @jkuhl2492 3 місяці тому +2

    Never made my own beans before, always used canned, this was a very new experience for me.

  • @shaylasmith3935
    @shaylasmith3935 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you! This is amazing and helpful 🎉!

  • @campingwithchrissy
    @campingwithchrissy 3 місяці тому +1

    WOW- that looks amazing- Saul is too funny! Thanks for the great video!

  • @Anne--Marie
    @Anne--Marie 2 місяці тому +2

    This presentation was perfect. The sugar skull on your shirt was a bonus. 😊

  • @user-fb9jm9ho3s
    @user-fb9jm9ho3s 2 місяці тому +1

    Excellent teacher! Thank you

  • @dinodinosaur2930
    @dinodinosaur2930 4 місяці тому +3

    😋 Mmm Mmm Mmm ... Sir, you make it look so easy ... More Saul please 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @lindapb6529
    @lindapb6529 Місяць тому +1

    Looks SO delicious! Thanks for the instructions🔥😊

  • @johnnyramirez323
    @johnnyramirez323 3 місяці тому

    When you cook you remind me of the foods I grew up eating when I was younger.

  • @mrich9654
    @mrich9654 4 місяці тому +2

    I just made this. It all turned out perfectly.

  • @rickyseddon4786
    @rickyseddon4786 26 днів тому

    This was incredible thank you for sharing

  • @RedHeadAgent
    @RedHeadAgent 4 місяці тому +1

    This chef is a wonderful teacher

  • @martinlaursen7972
    @martinlaursen7972 4 місяці тому +1

    Perfection, Thanks for sharing

  • @_stephanie
    @_stephanie 4 місяці тому +1

    this looks amazing Chef Saúl!

  • @junietwoknees
    @junietwoknees 3 місяці тому

    I just used dried beans for the first time and made a very similar recipe that turned out excellent, filling and flavorful

  • @letylove4755
    @letylove4755 4 місяці тому +2

    GRACIAS Saúl bendiciones 🙏

  • @parathink
    @parathink 4 місяці тому +1

    Wow love this. Thank you!

  • @TheOctapodi
    @TheOctapodi 4 місяці тому +1

    I love this guy. Reminds me of my uncle.

  • @marysheffield190
    @marysheffield190 17 днів тому

    In a society of shortcuts, I appreciate you drawing out the flavors of the Black Beans. I guess I’m gonna have to make this ❤

  • @keithkamps77
    @keithkamps77 4 місяці тому +1

    I'm gonna definitely try this, thanks!!!!!!!!!

  • @michael_quirk_gaming
    @michael_quirk_gaming Місяць тому

    looks amazing! Thank you chef

  • @rosesiddiqi2308
    @rosesiddiqi2308 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the awesome tutorial, This guy is a Chef and a Comedian! 😂

  • @brkitdwn
    @brkitdwn 3 місяці тому

    This is the passion all restaurants making preparing food need to have

  • @fifibg
    @fifibg 4 місяці тому +1

    i love saúl - thank you for sharing :)

  • @daprovocateur
    @daprovocateur 4 місяці тому +2

    Chef Saul is the best!!