Jun 09 2026
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Beans Recipe

Inspired by Jarocho
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Make Beans Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Beans

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Soaking the Beans

    Rinse the dried black beans under cold water and remove any debris. Place the beans in a large bowl and cover with 4 cups of water. Allow them to soak for at least 6 hours or overnight.

  2. 2

    Chopping Vegetables

    After soaking, drain and rinse the beans. Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sautéing Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Cooking the Beans

    Add the soaked black beans to the pot along with the cumin, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Pour in enough water to cover the beans by about an inch (approximately 4 cups). Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until the beans are tender.

  3. 5

    Finishing Touches

    Once the beans are tender, remove them from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh cilantro and the juice of one lime. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

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