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Home » Legumes » Beans » Bush Beans » Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans

Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans

Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans are a pink bean variety that grows on a bush-type bean plant.

The beans are squat and have a pinkish, tan colour.

When cooked, Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans hold their shape and have a somewhat sweet, rich taste.

Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans are good for chilis, soups, and stews.

Cooking Tips

Simmer soaked Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans for 2 hours or pressure cook for 20 to 25 minutes.

Substitutes

Pink Beans, Pinto Beans, Red Kidney Beans.

Equivalents

1 cup, dried = 2 ¼ cups, uncooked.

History Notes

Santa Maria Pinquitos Beans were popularized out of the Santa Clara valley in California, US, though the Origin uncertain.

Other names

AKA: Poquito Beans

This page first published: Jun 16, 2005 · Updated: Jun 14, 2018.

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