Black Beans
This easy and flavorful black beans recipe will elevate your bean game with simple techniques and delicious results.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound dried black beans Pick out any weird bits first
- 6 cups water
- 1 medium onion, chopped Usually just hacked up
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Add more if you like it punchy
- 1-2 units bay leaves Optional but really adds flavor
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For that silky feel
- 1-2 teaspoons salt Start slow, add more later
- to taste units pepper
- a pinch units cumin Smoked paprika is a good alternative
Optional Ingredients
- 1 unit jalapeño or bell pepper If you want to add some spice
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the dried black beans, checking for any debris or stones.
- If short on time, you can do a quick soak by covering the beans with hot water, bringing to a boil, and letting them sit for an hour.
Cooking Method
- In an Instant Pot, add rinsed beans, onion, garlic, bay leaf, and water.
- Set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 30 minutes.
- Allow a natural release for about 15 minutes.
- Open the pot, season with salt and pepper, and stir in olive oil.
- Serve or store according to your preference.
Notes
Fresh dried beans are recommended for the best texture. Avoid adding acid (like tomato or lime juice) until the beans are soft to prevent toughness. Beans can be frozen after cooling for future use.