noun
- Beans, especially kidney beans or pinto beans, commonly used in Latin American and Spanish cuisine.
Usage: Plural form; singular is 'frijol'; Spanish loanword; Common in Mexican and Central American cooking
Examples
- We served rice and frijoles with the enchiladas.
- Frijoles refritos are a staple side dish in Mexican restaurants.
- She cooked a pot of black frijoles for dinner.
- The recipe calls for two cans of frijoles.
- Frijoles are an excellent source of protein and fiber.