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Easiest Black Beans

Black beans seasoned with savory cumin, chili powder, sweet brown sugar and tangy vinegar.
Recipe by Michigan Harvest to Table™
Shot of white dish with cooked black beans, a pork chop garnished with slices of small peppers, and a small scoop of white rice garnished with cilantro.
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Cost per servingPer serving$0.16
Makes12 servings
Prep 1 day Cook 1 hour 30 minutes
Prep 1 day Cook 1 hour 30 minutes
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Ingredients

Makes 12 servings. Check items off as you go.
  • 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

Directions

  1. Place beans in a pot and cover with water. Soak overnight.
  2. When ready to cook, drain the beans and rinse with cold water.
  3. Place the beans back in the pot with 5 cups of fresh water.
  4. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer.
  6. Add salt, cover, and cook for 30 minutes. Skim off foam as needed.
  7. Stir in the onion. Cover and simmer another 30 minutes.
  8. Add garlic, cumin, oregano, and chili powder.
  9. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Skim off foam as needed.
  10. Stir in brown sugar and vinegar.
  11. Taste and add additional seasoning, if desired. Serve over rice or use in wraps.

Nutrition per serving

  • Sodium106mg
  • Calories115
  • Carbohydrates22g
  • Fat0.5g
  • Protein7g
Calories: 115calCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 7gFat: 0.5gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 106mg
Cost per serving is an estimate based on average Michigan grocery prices and may vary.
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