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

Black beans are a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to salads and burritos. They are a staple in many Latin American and Caribbean cuisines, and are a great source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. One easy and convenient way to cook black beans is in a rice cooker, which requires minimal effort and produces tender and flavorful beans every time.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried black beans
  • 3 cups water, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 2 cups cooked black beans

  • Place black beans and cover with 3 cups water. Let sit for 5 minutes. Discard anything that floats to the surface. Drain.
  • Cover black beans with 3 more cups water. Let soak, 4 hours to overnight. Drain.
  • Combine drained beans and 3 cups water in a rice cooker. Cook on the "Porridge" setting, adding more water if needed, until tender, about 2 hours. Drain.
  • Nutrition

    165 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 8mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 721mg