Black Bean Appetizer Recipe

Name: Black Bean Appetizer Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 lb Dry Black Beans; 1/4 lb Salt Pork, diced; 1 sm Onion, minced; 4 lrg Cloves Garlic, chopped; 2 c. Water; 1/4 c. Fresh Cilantro; 1/4 c. Lime Juice; 2 Tbsp. Finely Minced Jalapeno; 1 Tbsp. Minced Fresh Cilantro; 3 Tbsp. Parmesan Cheese Tortilla Chips

Servings: persons

1
Sort beans to remove any debris; rinse and set aside.
2
in a 3-qt pan over medium-high heat, cook salt pork till fat is rendered; stir occasionally.
3
Add in onion and garlic; stir often till onion is soft (about 10 min).
4
Add in 2 c. water, beans, and the 1/4 c. cilantro.
5
Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer till beans are tender to bite - 2 to 2 1/2 hrs.
6
Meanwhile mix lime juice, jalapeno, and 1 Tbsp.
7
cilantro.
8
Set aside.
9
In a food processor or possibly blender, puree bean mix, adding water if needed to make 1 1/2 c..
10
Mound bean mix in center of platter; proportionately sprinkle with cheese.
11
Arrange tortilla chips beside beans.
12
Pour salsa into a small bowl.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 lb Dry Black Beans, 1/4 lb Salt Pork, diced, 1 sm Onion, minced, 4 lrg Cloves Garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Appetizer Recipe falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!