Side Black Beans Recipe

Inspired by 440 Main

Time1h 30m

Serves4

Whole black beans cooked daily with cumin and red onion and seasoned with lime juice and salt.

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Ingredients

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1
Rinse the Beans
Rinse the whole black beans under cold water in a fine mesh strainer to remove any dirt or impurities.
2
Soak the Beans (optional)
If you have time, soak the rinsed beans in water for 4-8 hours or overnight. This helps to reduce cooking time and improve tenderness.
3
Combine with Water
In a medium pot, combine the rinsed (and soaked, if applicable) black beans with 3 cups of fresh water.
4
Boil the Beans
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat.
5
Simmer the Beans
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the beans simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours until they are tender.

6
Sauté the Onion
While the beans are cooking, finely chop the medium red onion. In a small skillet over medium heat, sauté the red onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
7
Add Cumin
Once the onions are translucent, add 1 teaspoon of cumin to the skillet and stir for another minute until fragrant.
8
Mix Seasoning with Beans
When the beans are tender, add the sautéed onion and cumin mixture to the pot, along with 2 tablespoons of lime juice and 1 teaspoon of salt.
9
Stir and Simmer
Stir well to combine all ingredients and let the beans simmer for an additional 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
10
Taste and Adjust
Taste the beans and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.