Flor de Mayo Beans

Beloved by cooks in Central Mexico for its rich flavor and pretty pattern, this ear-shaped bean (also known as “media oreja”) will take your favorite pinto dishes to the next level. This purplish pink heirloom bean isn’t well known north of the border but is an essential in Mexican cooking. Flor De Mayo are small, tender beans that have a delicate flavor and give off a velvety bean broth making them ideal for Friolles de la Olla. For thousands of years this bean has been a staple food in northern Mexico. That velvety broth is also great for soups like Pasta e Fagioli which will take on a whole new layer of complexity with this mouthwatering pink treasure. Our favorite way to enjoy it is simply – as refried or brothy beans.