Best Black Beans

Best Black Beans
  • PREP TIME
    5 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    2.5K

Transform humble canned black beans into a vibrant and flavorful side dish in mere minutes! Infused with aromatic onion, garlic, and a touch of fiery cayenne, these beans are a culinary chameleon, perfect alongside your favorite Mexican or Cuban feast.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    21 g
  • Fiber
    8 g
  • Protein
    7 g
  • Saturated Fat
    0 g
  • Sodium
    510 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins Gather all ingredients. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins In a medium saucepan, combine the black beans (with their liquid), chopped onion, and minced garlic. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. (Cook time: 3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Stir in the chopped cilantro, cayenne pepper, and salt. (Cook time: 1 minute)

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Recipe View 5 mins Simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen. (Cook time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Remove from heat. Garnish with additional fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve immediately.

For a richer flavor, sauté the onion and garlic in a tablespoon of olive oil before adding the beans.
A squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end brightens the flavors and adds a zesty touch.
Feel free to experiment with other spices, such as cumin, smoked paprika, or chili powder, to create your own unique flavor profile.
These black beans are also delicious served as a topping for tacos, nachos, or salads.

Destinee Waters

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 829 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (8)
  • Nova Powlowski

    I didn't have fresh cilantro, so I used dried. It still tasted great!

  • Gerard Murphy

    Next time, I'll add some diced jalapeño for a bit more heat.

  • Jamarcus Will

    A simple recipe that's packed with flavor! I will definitely make this again.

  • Tanya Dach

    I found that adding a little bit of chicken broth enhanced the flavor even more.

  • Hannah Runolfsson

    Super easy and a great way to make canned beans more exciting!

  • Keegan Hammes

    I've made this recipe several times now. It's my go-to side dish when I'm short on time.

  • Hanna Hagenes

    My family loved this! Even my picky eater asked for seconds.

  • Wellington Nitzsche

    This was so easy and delicious! I added a little cumin and it was perfect.

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