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Hearty and flavorful black beans simmered with onions, garlic, and classic Tex-Mex spices. This simple, one-pot side dish is perfect for tacos, burritos, or serving alongside rice.
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Simmer the Beans
Hearty and flavorful black beans simmered with onions, garlic, and classic Tex-Mex spices. This simple, one-pot side dish is perfect for tacos, burritos, or serving alongside rice.
This tex_mex recipe takes 35 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 122.19 calories per serving with 3.19g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for side or lunch or dinner.
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Garnish and Serve
Add one finely minced jalapeño or serrano pepper along with the onion for a kick of heat. You can also add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the other spices.
For a smokier flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle powder or a tablespoon of adobo sauce from a can of chipotles in adobo.
Make it a more substantial dish by stirring in 1 cup of frozen corn or 1 diced red bell pepper during the last 10 minutes of simmering.
For a non-vegetarian version, start by rendering 3-4 strips of chopped bacon in the pot. Remove the bacon, and sauté the onions in the rendered fat instead of olive oil. Crumble the cooked bacon back in at the end.
Black beans are packed with soluble and insoluble fiber, which promotes digestive health, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and contributes to a feeling of fullness, aiding in weight management.
This dish provides a significant amount of plant-based protein, essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance, making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans.
The high fiber content in black beans can help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. They are also a good source of folate and magnesium, which are beneficial for cardiovascular health.
Black beans contain anthocyanins, the same antioxidants found in blueberries, which help combat free radicals in the body. The spices used also contribute anti-inflammatory properties.
One serving of these Savory Black Beans contains approximately 210 calories, making it a nutritious and satisfying side dish.
Yes, they are very healthy. Black beans are an excellent source of plant-based protein, dietary fiber, folate, and essential minerals like iron and magnesium. The fiber aids in digestion and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
Absolutely. You will need about 1 cup of dried black beans. Soak them overnight, then drain and cook them in fresh water until tender (about 1-1.5 hours on the stovetop) before proceeding with step 1 of this recipe. You can use the bean cooking liquid in place of the vegetable broth.
To make it thicker, mash more of the beans or let it simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes. To make it thinner, simply stir in a little more vegetable broth or water until it reaches your desired consistency.
These beans are incredibly versatile. Serve them alongside cilantro-lime rice, as a filling for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas, or as a side for grilled chicken, steak, or fish.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They also freeze well for up to 3 months.
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