El Pollo Loco Mexican Beans Recipe By : Greg Young of El Pollo Loco via LA Times Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:30 Categories : Beans and Legumes California Mexican Side Dishes Low Fat Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 whole serrano chile 1/4 teaspoon serrano chiles -- ground 1 28-oz. can pinto beans 1/3 cup water Heat oil and whole chile in sauce pan. When chile is tender, add ground chiles, beans and water. Stir well. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 to 15 minutes.