Savory Black Beans – 4-Qt. Pressure Cooker

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 4
Savory Black Beans recipe for a power-packed meal
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Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb dried black beans , sorted and rinsed
3 cups cold water
1 teaspoon salt
2 bacon , slices chopped
1 medium onion , peeled and diced
2 garlic cloves , peeled and minced
1/2 - 1 jalapeno pepper , sliced lengthwise and seeds removed and then finely chopped
1 3/4 cups water
1/4 cup fresh cilantro , minced
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 large tomatoes , chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
salt , to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
274
Sugar
2g
Fat
6g
Savory Black Beans - 4-Qt. Pressure Cooker is a classic South American-style dish that is popular all over the world for its unique smoky and spicy flavor. The recipe is a perfect way to add plant-based protein to your diet with minimal effort and maximum taste. Black beans provide a versatile base for a variety of dishes like soups, stews, salads, and more. This recipe is specially designed for a pressure cooker that saves you time and energy by cooking the beans thoroughly in less than an hour.

Instructions

1.Rinse the black beans well under running water and soak them in 3 cups of cold water for 1 hour.
2.Set your 4-Qt. pressure cooker to SAUTE mode and cook the bacon until crisp.
3.Add the onions, garlic, and jalapeno pepper and cook until soft.
4.Drain the soaked beans and add them to the cooker along with 1 3/4 cups of water.
5.Press the BEAN button on your pressure cooker and let it cook.
6.Release the pressure naturally and open the lid.
7.Add cilantro, oregano, black pepper, and chopped tomatoes to the cooker.
8.Let the beans sit for a few minutes before stirring in lime juice and salt.
9.Serve hot with your choice of cornbread, rice, or any other side dish.

PROS

Black beans offer an abundant source of fiber, protein, and antioxidants that promote healthy digestion, control blood sugar, and lower the risk of heart disease.

This recipe provides a quick and effortless way to prepare black beans in a pressure cooker that retains their flavor and nutrition.

CONS

The recipe may turn out to be too spicy for some individuals who cannot tolerate jalapeno peppers.

It is important to soak the beans well beforehand to prevent them from becoming undercooked or hard to digest.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Black beans are rich in minerals like iron, potassium, and magnesium that support bone health and energy production in the body.
They also contain plant compounds like flavonoids and phytosterols that have anti-inflammatory properties and protect against chronic diseases like cancer and diabetes.

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