Cuban-Style Black Beans
Ingredients
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1 pound black beans, washed
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1 onion, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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1 green bell pepper, chopped
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2 bay leaves
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1 ½ teaspoons paprika
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1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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2 minced hot green chile peppers
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup balsamic vinegar
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salt to taste
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ground black pepper to taste
Cooking Instructions
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Soak the beans in water overnight in a large bowl.
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Drain the beans and transfer them to a large stock pot. Add the onion, red and green bell peppers, bay leaves, paprika, cumin, oregano, chile peppers, and enough water to cover the beans. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
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Check the beans for tenderness. Once tender, stir in the garlic and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 296 | Calories |
| 2g | Fat |
| 56g | Carbs |
| 18g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 296 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 2g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
| Sodium 11mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56g | 20% |
| Dietary Fiber 13g | 48% |
| Total Sugars 6g | |
| Protein 18g | 35% |
| Vitamin C 80mg | 89% |
| Calcium 127mg | 10% |
| Iron 5mg | 28% |
| Potassium 1326mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5