Cuban Black Beans

Cuban Black Beans

Serve these flavorful black beans over rice, as a sauce for pasta, or with a good loaf of bread.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Additional Time:
8 hrs
Total Time:
9 hrs 50 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 pound black beans, washed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 minced hot green chile peppers
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • salt to taste
  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
In a large bowl, cover beans in water and soak overnight.

Step 2
Rinse beans and transfer to a large stock pot. Add onion, red and green bell peppers, bay leaves, paprika, cumin, oregano, chile peppers, and enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Step 3
Test beans for tenderness; when tender add garlic and balsamic vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

296
Calories
2g
Fat
56g
Carbs
18g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 296
% Daily Value *
Total Fat2g 2%
Saturated Fat0g 2%
Sodium11mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate56g 20%
Dietary Fiber13g 48%
Total Sugars6g
Protein18g
Vitamin C80mg 402%
Calcium127mg 10%
Iron5mg 28%
Potassium1326mg 28%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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