Rancho Gordo Chiapas Black Beans (Frijol Negro de Vara) - 1lb

Rare black beans from the Mexican state of Chiapas. Rich and dense without being stodgy, with a unique bean broth. Rancho Gordo’s partners at Xoxoc in Mexico sent some bags of beans sourced in Chiapas from local farmers. Their appearance: beautiful and shiny, looking almost like glazed pottery. We cooked them and were immediately smitten.

THE RANCHO GORDO-XOXOC PROJECT
These items are the results of two companies working together to help small producers continue to grow their indigenous products in Mexico, despite international trade policies that seem to discourage genetic diversity and local food traditions.

This product includes a 5% "tariff" that will be donated to No More Deaths, a humanitarian aid group that provides water and other assistance to migrants and refugees along the US border. Rancho Gordo will be matching this amount as well.

http://www.ranchogordoblog.com/2019/06/announcement-our-response-to-trumps-proposed-tariff-on-mexican-imports.html

Suggestions: Pot beans, soups, salads, chilis

Ingredients: Black beans
16oz bag

Steve Sando founded Rancho Gordo on the idea that saving our New World foods is a critical pursuit; passion for heirloom beans has made this business a huge success. Sando’s beans are sought after by famous chefs like Thomas Keller and he’s frequently profiled in publications such as Bon Appetit, Saveur, and the New York Times. In reintroducing the best of the New World heirloom beans, Sando has created a sensation, and food-lovers everywhere will relish transforming this humble staple into a celebrated delicacy.