Black Beans/frijoles Negros Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Soak the Beans

   Rinse the black beans under cold water, removing any debris or damaged beans. Place the rinsed beans in a large bowl, cover with water, and soak overnight. If you’re short on time, you can perform a quick soak by boiling the beans for 2 minutes and then letting them sit for 1 hour.

2. 2

   Combine Beans and Water

   After soaking, drain and rinse the beans again. In a large pot, combine the soaked beans and 3 cups of fresh water.

3. 3

   Sauté Onion and Garlic

   Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then, add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Combine Ingredients

   Add the sautéed onion and garlic mixture to the pot with the beans. Stir in cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.

5. 5

   Simmer the Beans

   Simmer the beans for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until they are tender. Stir occasionally and add more water if necessary to keep the beans submerged.

6. 6

   Season the Beans

   Once beans are tender, remove the pot from heat. Squeeze the juice of one lime into the pot and stir. Adjust seasonings to taste.

7. 7

   Add Cilantro

   Finely chop the fresh cilantro and stir it into the cooked beans before serving.