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Black Beans

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup dried black beans (soaked overnight)
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 medium bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin (ground)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 lime juiced

Method
 

  1. Rinse and soak the black beans overnight in water.
  2. Drain and rinse the beans, then add them to a pot with 4 cups of fresh water.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until tender.
  4. Sauté the chopped onion and garlic until translucent for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add the bell pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Combine once the beans are cooked by draining any excess water and mixing them with the sautéed vegetables.
  7. Stir in lime juice and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

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