Cuban-Style Black Bean Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon cooking oil (I use avocado oil)
• ½ cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon table salt
• ¼ teaspoon chili powder
• 2 15 oz cans black beans (rinse and drain one can (do not rinse/drain the other))
• 4 oz can mild green chiles ((may substitute 1 finely chopped jalapeno, seeds and ribs removed))
• ½ cup chicken broth ((may substitute vegetable broth))
• 1-2 Tablespoons fresh-squeezed lime juice (optional)

Steps

1. 1

   Add oil to a medium-sized pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Once oil is shimmering, add onion and stir frequently until softened (about 5 minutes).

3. 3

   Add garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Sprinkle the cumin, salt, and chili powder over the onion/garlic and stir briefly to combine.

5. 5

   Add the black beans, and chiles and stir well.

6. 6

   Slowly drizzle in broth and stir well. Bring to a simmer and let simmer until thickened, about 30 minutes.

7. 7

   Taste-test and add more salt if needed. If desired, stir in a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving (recommended). Serve warm.