Organic Peruano Beans
$9.99
These absolutely delicious single-origin butter-yellow heirloom beans have thin skins and a lusciously creamy texture that makes pinto beans seem ordinary in comparison! Dubbed the "king of beans" by Latin chefs, Peruano (also called canario) beans are incredibly flavorful and wonderfully versatile—spectacular in everything from silky refried beans to hearty soups. Many people swear these golden beauties are easier on digestion and far less gas-producing than other beans.
We are truly honored to offer these extraordinary regional specialties from a certified organic small family farm that has lovingly preserved these precious seeds for generations using time-honored traditional farming methods. These gems are grown using the ancient Milpas technique—corn, squash, beans, and chilis flourishing together in perfect harmony. This method mirrors the revered Three Sisters planting wisdom, creating beautiful natural balance where each plant nurtures the others. While incredibly healthy for the environment, this labor-intensive method requires careful hand harvesting, making these beans an authentic labor of love.
Full Bean Geek Mode: There's endless debate about Peruano, Canario, and Mayocoba beans, with some claiming they're identical—but they're actually distinct varieties! The bright yellow Peruvian Canary bean, when introduced to Mexico, was called Peruano to distinguish it from Mexico's existing duller yellow Canario variety. In 1978, Mexican agronomists crossed these two varieties to create Mayocoba—named after a village in Sinaloa state.
- Grown by: Carlos and Ana María Albarrán
- Region: Morelos, Mexico
- Harvested: November 2024
- Broth Notes: Light, Flavorful
- Cook Times From Dry:
- Pressure Cooker 38 minutes + 15 minute natural release
- Stovetop 2 - 2.5 hours
*Beans are at their prime within 2 years of harvest.
1lb bag
Fresh Beans = Last Year's Harvest! Don't worry—this is actually when beans are freshest. After fall harvest, they spend winter being carefully processed and are bagged fresh each spring. So 2024 beans in 2025 means peak freshness! We believe beans are best within 2 years of harvest (others say 3), ensuring you get the finest quality.
THE FOODOCRACY DIFFERENCE
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If it's in our store, it's good for you, good for the planet and good for the people that grew it. We prioritize working with farmers that practice regenerative agriculture and organic practices.
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Each year we work with small family farms to bring to you the freshest beans possible shipped directly to your door. Our plow-to-plate commitment ensures not only that the farmers get the best price for their beans, it also means that you get beans weeks or months after harvest, not years like the other guys.
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Because our beans are so fresh we typically don't soak our beans. Cover the beans with enough water to coat by a couple of inches, add a couple teaspoons of salt and the flavorings of your choice and either simmer on the stovetop covered until tender. The pressure cooker (Instant Pot) will give you fully cooked beans from dry in 30 minutes.
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Heirloom beans deliver impressive nutrition, typically containing 7-10g of protein and 6-9g of fiber per ½ cup serving, along with essential micronutrients like folate, magnesium, iron, and zinc. Tepary beans stand out nutritionally, offering up to 13g of protein per serving—approximately 25% higher than other varieties—and 8-11g of fiber, making them exceptional among plant-based protein sources. Their drought-resistant qualities contribute to their exceptional nutritional density and lower glycemic index, benefiting both environmental sustainability and human health.
