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Puerto Rican Black Beans

A comforting and flavorful dish of black beans that's perfect as a main or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main, Side
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped (red or green)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper until they soften, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Toasting the spices for a minute enhances their flavors.
  3. Add the rinsed black beans to the pot, stirring to combine.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth or water and stir to combine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let it cook uncovered for about 20 minutes.
  6. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving.
  8. Serve the black beans hot, either on their own or as a complement to rice or tacos.

Notes

These black beans are versatile and can be enjoyed with rice, tacos, or grilled meats.