How to Make Black Beans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Black beans are a staple in Latin American cuisine and are beloved for their versatility and rich, earthy flavor. Whether they're served in a simple side dish, blended into a soup, or mixed into a salad, black beans are a nutritious and delicious addition to any meal.

One of the wonderful things about black beans is their nutritional benefits. They are loaded with fiber, protein, and important vitamins and minerals like folate, magnesium, and iron. This makes them a great option for v...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry black beans, soaked overnight
  • 1 quart cold water, or as needed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • ½ cup white cooking wine
  • ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
  • ¼ cup olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 1 day
  • Total Time: 1 day 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • In a medium stockpot, combine soaked beans (see Editor's Note), water, onion, green pepper, garlic, bay leaves, salt, cumin and oregano. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Stir occasionally and add water as necessary so that the beans don't dry out or scorch.
  • When beans are tender, stir in wine, vinegar, and olive oil.
  • Nutrition

    158 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 784mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 327mg