Grandmother's Pork Ribs

Steps

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1. 1
   Cut the pork ribs into pieces and place in a pot. Add water to just cover the meat, along with a chunk of onion, 2 bay leaves, and salt. Boil until the ribs are completely cooked through.
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2. 2
   Meanwhile, seed and remove the stems from the dried chiles. Add 5 puya chiles, 3 guajillo chiles, and 1 negro chile to a pot of boiling water.
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3. 3
   Add 2 tomatoes, remaining onion, and 3 garlic cloves to the same pot. Cook everything together until softened.
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4. 4
   Transfer the cooked chiles, tomatoes, and aromatics to a molcajete or blender. Add some cooking water, black pepper, and salt, then grind or blend into a smooth sauce.
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5. 5
   Once the ribs have browned, pour the chile sauce over them. Simmer everything together, allowing the flavors to meld.
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6. 6
   Add cooked beans to finish the dish. Simmer until everything is heated through and well-seasoned.
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