Purple Ayocote Beans | Frijol Ayocote Morado
Striking deep-purple Mexican heirloom — the most visually stunning bean in any kitchen.
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About Purple Ayocote / Acerca del Frijol Ayocote Morado
Our Purple Ayocote Beans (Frijol Ayocote Morado) are a striking heirloom Mexican variety with deep purple-violet skin, large size, and a hearty, slightly sweet flavor. Their dramatic color comes from natural anthocyanins (the same antioxidants in blueberries) and they hold their hue beautifully when cooked — perfect for showcasing on holiday tables and special occasions.
El frijol ayocote morado es una variedad heirloom espectacular — color púrpura intenso casi violeta, grano grande y sabor robusto con un toque dulce. Su color natural proviene de antocianinas (mismos antioxidantes que en moras y arándanos) y se conserva al cocinar. Frijol favorito para mesas festivas, día de muertos y platillos especiales.
Shipping directly from our warehouse in McAllen, Texas — right at the U.S.–Mexico border — means fresher product, faster delivery, and authentic Mexican origin you can trust. Enviamos desde nuestro almacén en McAllen, Texas, en la mismísima frontera con México — producto más fresco, entregas más rápidas y origen 100% mexicano garantizado.
Why Customers Choose Us / Por qué nos prefieren
- Heirloom Mexican variety — striking deep-purple color
- Rich in natural anthocyanins (antioxidants)
- Hearty texture with mildly sweet flavor
- Trusted by chefs & gourmet Mexican restaurants for show-stopping dishes
Perfect for / Ideal para:
Día de Muertos altars & meals • Holiday tables • Heirloom bean salads • Mexican fine dining • Vegetarian feature dishes • Chef-driven restaurants • Specialty Mexican grocery stores • Photogenic plated dishes
Quick Tip / Tip rápido
Don't add acid (lime or vinegar) too early when cooking purple ayocotes — wait until the end so they keep their dramatic violet color instead of turning gray-blue.
No agregues ácido (limón o vinagre) demasiado pronto al cocinar el ayocote morado — agrégalo al final para mantener su color púrpura vibrante en lugar de azul-grisáceo.
Recipe Inspiration / Receta Sugerida — Día de Muertos Ayocote Morado con Hoja de Aguacate
Ingredients (serves 6): 1 lb purple ayocote beans (soaked 12+ hours) • ½ white onion + 4 garlic cloves • 4 dried avocado leaves (hoja de aguacate) • 2 tbsp lard or olive oil • 1 chile guajillo (deveined) • 1 tsp Mexican oregano • Salt to taste • Cilantro & pumpkin seeds for garnish
Steps: 1) Drain soaked ayocotes, place in a large pot with 8 cups water, ½ onion, garlic and dried avocado leaves. 2) Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer 2–3 hours until tender (avocado leaves give an aniseed-like aroma that complements ayocotes beautifully). 3) Heat lard, briefly fry the chile guajillo, add to bean pot. 4) Add oregano, simmer 30 min more. 5) Adjust salt at the end (acid added too early will dull the purple). 6) Serve hot in clay bowls, garnish with chopped cilantro and toasted pumpkin seeds. The beans keep their stunning violet color and become a centerpiece for Día de Muertos altars or autumn feasts.
Ayocote morado para Día de Muertos: cuece 1 lb de ayocote morado remojado con cebolla, ajo y hoja de aguacate seca por 2–3 horas (la hoja de aguacate da un aroma anisado que acompaña perfecto). Agrega chile guajillo dorado y orégano. Sazona con sal al final para conservar el color púrpura. Sirve en cazuela con cilantro y pepitas tostadas — protagonista de la mesa festiva.
Bulk Quantities / Cantidades en Volumen
- 5 Lb — $7.92/Lb
- 10 Lb — $5.50/Lb (save 31%)
- 15 Lb — $4.69/Lb (save 41%)
- 20 Lb — $4.51/Lb (save 43%)
The more you buy, the more you save — el precio por libra baja al comprar más volumen.
