Black beans seasoned with savory cumin, chili powder, sweet brown sugar and tangy vinegar. |
Ingredients
- 2 cups dry black beans, sorted and rinsed
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped or ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
Instructions
- Place beans in a pot and cover with water. Soak overnight.
- When ready to cook, drain the beans and rinse with cold water.
- Place the beans back in the pot with 5 cups of fresh water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer.
- Add salt, cover, and cook for 30 minutes. Skim off foam as needed.
- Stir in the onion. Cover and simmer another 30 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, oregano, and chili powder.
- Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Skim off foam as needed.
- Stir in brown sugar and vinegar.
- Taste and add additional seasoning, if desired. Serve over rice or use in wraps.
Notes
Change it Up
- Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes while cooking to add heat or after cooking to add flavor.
- Garnish with chopped onions or cilantro, lime juice, diced avocado, and/or plain nonfat Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
Calories: 115calCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 0.5gSodium: 106mg