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Delicious Black Beans Recipe 🖤🍛
Introduction to the Dish:
This Delicious Black Beans Recipe is a hearty, flavorful, and protein-packed dish that’s perfect as a side or a main course! 🖤🍛 Simmered with aromatic spices, garlic, and onions, these beans are rich, creamy, and full of depth. Whether served over rice, in tacos, or as a warm and comforting bowl, this recipe is a must-try for anyone craving a nutritious and budget-friendly meal!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes (or 8 hours for soaked dried beans)
Calories: ~150 per serving
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, drained & rinsed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp cumin + ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
Directions:
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the onion until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Add black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat the beans in the flavorful seasonings.
- Pour in ½ cup of water or broth and let the beans simmer for 15-20 minutes to develop deeper flavors. Stir occasionally.
- Mash some of the beans with a fork or spoon to create a creamier texture while leaving some whole for a hearty bite.
- Serve warm with rice, tortillas, or as a side dish. Garnish with fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime!