Black Beans (vg) Recipe

Directions

1. 1

   Prep the Ingredients

   Start by rinsing the black beans under cold water and draining them. Chop the onion and bell pepper into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.

3. 3

   Add Garlic and Spices

   Add the minced garlic, cumin, and paprika to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

4. 4

   Combine Black Beans and Broth

   Add the rinsed black beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients.

5. 5

   Simmer

   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Stir occasionally.

6. 6

   Season

   After simmering, taste the broth and season with salt and black pepper as desired.

7. 7

   Serve

   Ladle the black beans into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro if using. Serve hot.