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    How to Cook Black Beans

    Published: Aug 4, 2021 by Janessa

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    Don't get me wrong, canned black beans are extremely convenient and I often use them in different recipes. But if I have the time and the foresight to cook up dry beans in a recipe, it is always worth it. They are so much more flavorful (as in good enough to eat all on their own!) and they are very simple to make. I especially prefer to use them in recipes where you are definitely going to taste them such as Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice and Beans).

    Black Beans

    The Ingredients

    • Black Beans- if you soak them overnight, it can decrease the cook time by about 20-30 minutes, but you can still make them without a prior soak. This recipe yields about 2 cups and a can of beans typically has 1 and ½ cups so if you prefer, you can reduce the beans used to ½ cup. Keep the rest of the ingredients the same.
    • Fine Sea Salt
    • Garlic Powder
    • Onion Powder
    • Cumin
    • Black Pepper
    • Water

    The Method

    1. Add all of the ingredients to a large pot and bring to a boil.
    2. Remove lid and simmer for 1 to 1 and ½ hours until beans are soft.
    3. Use immediately or store for later use in a recipe!
    Black Beans

    Leftover Storage

    Store leftover black beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. You can drain and rinse the cooking liquid off before storing or store with the liquid.

    How to Use these Black Beans

    Substitute these black beans into any recipe that calls for 1 can of black beans! Some suggestions:

    • Chorizo Rice Skillet
    • Huevos Rancheros
    • Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice and Beans)
    • Corn and Black Bean Salsa
    • Ground Beef Tacos
    Black Beans

    Dietary Notes

    If you have dietary restrictions, check the packaging of specific ingredients that you use to ensure they are compliant. This recipe is:

    • Dairy Free
    • Gluten Free
    • Nut Free
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan

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    From Scratch Black Beans

    So simple and flavorful, cooking black beans from scratch makes the recipes that you add them to taste even better! Try them in soups, salsas, tacos and more.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour hour 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Calories: 112kcal

    Ingredients

    • ⅔ cup dry black beans rinsed
    • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon cumin
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
    • 4-6 cups water
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    Instructions

    • Add the beans and all of the seasonings to a sauce pan. Cover with water (enough to cover the beans by about 1 inch).
    • Cover and heat over medium high until mixture is boiling.
    • Remove lid, stir and reduce heat. Simmer for about 1 to 1 and ½ hours until beans are soft, stirring occasionally and adding water if necessary.
    • If you would like to cook out some of the cooking liquid, increase the heat for 5-10 minutes once beans are finished cooking.
    • Use immediately or allow to cool and store for later use.

    Notes

    Leftovers
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg
    Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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    1. Anjali

      September 24, 2022 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      This was such a helpful guide to cooking black beans! Mine turned out perfectly and tasted so much better than the canned black beans I normally use!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 24, 2022 at 11:36 am

        I'm glad you liked this recipe, Anjali!

        Reply
    2. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

      September 24, 2022 at 1:24 am

      5 stars
      So many uses for black beans and this is a great budget friendly way to make a batch to use in the winter months.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 24, 2022 at 11:36 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Amanda!

        Reply
    3. Dannii

      September 24, 2022 at 1:28 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for all the tips here. Black beans are so versatile.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 24, 2022 at 11:37 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Dannii!

        Reply
    4. Jen

      September 24, 2022 at 1:59 am

      5 stars
      This is a really helpful guide! Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 24, 2022 at 11:37 am

        Thank you for your kind review, Jen!

        Reply
    5. kushigalu

      September 24, 2022 at 3:13 am

      5 stars
      Useful post on how to cook black beans. Pinned. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Janessa

        September 24, 2022 at 11:37 am

        Thank you for your kind comment, Kushigalu!

        Reply

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