
Pulses, Rice & Grains
Pinto Beans
- Halal
- Vegan
- Vegetarian
- Dairy Free
Sara Pinto Beans are dried pinto beans (frijoles pintos) – speckled beige beans that cook to a soft, creamy texture, the classic bean for refried beans, chilli and burritos. Packed by Sara in a resealable stand-up pouch (500g and 1kg) or bulk bag (5kg and 25kg).
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About this product
Sara Pinto Beans are dried pinto beans (frijoles pintos) – speckled beige beans that cook to a soft, creamy texture, the classic bean for refried beans, chilli and burritos. Packed by Sara in a resealable stand-up pouch (500g and 1kg) or bulk bag (5kg and 25kg).
Refried beans (frijoles refritos), chilli con carne and veggie chilli, burritos, tacos and nachos, charro beans, Tex-Mex bean soup, rice and beans and bean burgers.
Choose your pack size
| Option | Packaging | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 500g | Stand-up pouch | Trying it out, small households |
| 1kg | Stand-up pouch | Everyday family cooking |
| 5kg | Bulk bag | Batch cooking, meal prep, large families |
| 25kg | Bulk sack | Restaurants, caterers, shops and bulk buyers |
How to cook
- Soaking – Soak 8–12 hours (overnight), then drain and rinse
- Cooking – Boil rapidly for 10 minutes, then simmer 60–90 minutes until soft, or 20–25 minutes in a pressure cooker
- Quantity – Keep beans covered by 5cm of water
- Tip – For refried beans, cook until very soft, then mash in a hot pan with a little oil, onion and some of the cooking liquid.
Good to know
Do I need to soak them?
Soak 8–12 hours (overnight), then drain and rinse.
What allergens does it contain?
Contains none of the 14 major allergens. May contain traces of other pulses and cereals containing gluten – check the pack label.
Which size should I choose?
500g and 1kg pouches for everyday use; 5kg for batch cooking; 25kg sacks for restaurants, caterers and bulk buyers – the bigger the bag, the lower the price per kilo.
How is it delivered?
Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 on every size, dispatched from our London warehouse. 25kg sacks are sent by Parcelforce 48.
- Creamy texture – perfect for mashing and refrying
- Naturally high in fibre and protein (as stated on pack)
- Single ingredient – nothing added
- Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
- Bulk 5kg and 25kg bags for restaurants and takeaways
Ingredients & allergens
- Ingredients
- 100% Pinto Beans Sara packs a range of pulses and grains, so traces of cereals containing gluten and other pulses cannot be ruled out – please check the pack label if you have a severe allergy.
- Contains
- None of the 14 major allergens
- May contain
- See pack label
Ingredients and allergens may change. Always read the label before use.
Nutrition
| Typical values | Per 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 1452 kJ / 347 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2g |
| of which saturates | 0.2g |
| Carbohydrate | 63g |
| of which sugars | 2.1g |
| Fibre | 16g |
| Protein | 21g |
| Salt | 0.03g |
Product details
- Brand
- Sara
- Also known as
- Frijoles pintos, speckled beans, Mexican beans
- Product
- Pinto Beans (frijoles pintos / Mexican beans)
- Form
- Whole, dried
- Pack sizes
- 500g · 1kg · 5kg · 25kg
- Packaging
- Resealable stand-up pouch (500g, 1kg); bulk bag (5kg, 25kg)
- On the pack
- Natural · High in Fibre & Protein
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal or decant after opening.
- Best before
- Printed on each pack
- Delivery
- Tracked UK delivery – free on orders over £45 – tracked. 500g and 1kg as a small parcel, 5kg as a medium parcel, 25kg by Parcelforce 48.
Delivery & returns
Tracked UK delivery: Standard £3.99 (usually 3–5 working days), free on orders of £45 or more; Express £6.99 (usually 1–2 working days). Every order is carefully packed and sealed for the journey, then dispatched promptly. If anything isn't right, contact us and we'll put it right. Unopened, undamaged items can be returned within 30 days of delivery.



