Chiapas Black Bean (Frijol Negro de Vara)
Description
Rare black beans from the Mexican state of Chiapas. Rich and dense without being stodgy, with a unique bean broth.
How is it possible to think we need to add another black bean? Well, taste is a huge motivator around here. Our partners at Xoxoc in Mexico sent us some bags of beans they sourced in Chiapas from local farmers. We were first blown away by their appearance: beautiful and shiny, looking almost like glazed pottery. We cooked them and were immediately smitten.
We have a limited amount and if you like black or dark beans, we highly recommend trying them.
Cooking Suggestions
From the Rancho Gordo Kitchen
Cooking Instructions
Similar to
Midnight Black , Santanero Negro Delgado
Latin name
Phaseolus vulgaris
Country of origin
Mexico
"So, it is no wonder that I began to source most of my beans from Rancho Gordo in California. For more than 20 years, Steve Sando's company has been growing and sourcing the finest in heirloom varietals and getting them to their customers within a year of harvest. That means, unlike most commercial dried beans you buy, there is no need to presoak; the beans cook up beautiful and tender every time."
Customer Reviews
Rancho Gordo-Xoxoc Project
These items are the results of our two companies working together since 2008 to help small farmers and producers continue to grow their indigenous products in Mexico, despite international trade policies that seem to discourage genetic diversity and local food traditions.
Product of Mexico. Produced in Mexico under the supervision of the Rancho Gordo-Xoxoc Project.
