What’s the deal with not soaking pinto beans before cooking?

[wookie]

I'm wondering what the impact is if you don't soak pinto beans before cooking. Does skipping soaking affect the texture or cooking time significantly? Would love to hear your experiences and whether it's worth the extra prep time!

 

[hoyeon]

I'm wondering what the impact is if you don't soak pinto beans before cooking. Does skipping soaking affect the texture or cooking time significantly? Would love to hear your experiences and whether it's worth the extra prep time!

Hey guys! I think soaking helps with digestion, but it’s not always necessary. I’ve cooked pinto beans without soaking and they turned out fine, just took a bit longer to cook!

 

[Stark]

Soaking pinto beans isn't strictly necessary, but it can help reduce cooking time and improve texture. If you don't have time to soak, you can cook them directly from dry, but it might take longer.