Trim and peel <quantity>½</quantity> red onion

Use a mortar and pestle to combine <quantity>2<unit>tsp</unit></quantity> each of garlic powder, coriander seeds and mexican oregano with <quantity>2</quantity> bay leaves. Add the halved red onion

Transfer <quantity>1<unit>cup</unit></quantity> of pinto beans and the seasoning to a pot

Add <quantity>4<unit>cups</unit></quantity> of water and cook over low heat until the beans are soft

Remove the bay leaves and season with salt to taste. The pinto bean stew is ready

Enjoy! Eat as it is or use it in other preparations.