Black Beans Recipe

Name: Black Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 pounds dried black beans; 6 quarts (24 cups) low-sodium chicken broth; 4 tablespoons kosher salt; 4 tablespoons ground black pepper; 20 cloves garlic, minced; 10 medium onions, diced; 1 cup olive oil; 6 tablespoons dried oregano; 6 tablespoons cumin; 6 tablespoons ground coriander; 6 tablespoons chile powder, plus more if needed; 6 tablespoons kosher salt

Servings: persons

10 pounds dried black beans
6 quarts (24 cups) low-sodium chicken broth
4 tablespoons kosher salt
4 tablespoons ground black pepper
20 cloves garlic, minced
10 medium onions, diced
1 cup olive oil
6 tablespoons dried oregano
6 tablespoons cumin
6 tablespoons ground coriander
6 tablespoons chile powder, plus more if needed
6 tablespoons kosher salt

1
For the beans: Place the beans in large bowls or pots, cover with cold water and allow to soak overnight.
2
Drain and rinse before proceeding.
3
(Alternatively, add the beans to a few large pots and cover with hot water.
4
Bring to a boil, and then boil for 2 minutes.
5
Turn off the heat, cover the pots and allow the beans to sit for 1 hour.
6
Drain the beans and rinse them with cold water before proceeding.)
7
Divide the soaked beans between 2 very large pots.
8
Into each pot, add 3 quarts (12 cups) chicken broth, 2 tablespoons salt, 2 tablespoons pepper, half of the garlic and onions and 1 gallon (16 cups) water.
9
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
10
For the spice mixture: Heat the oil in a skillet, then add the oregano, cumin, coriander and chile powder and fry until the color deepens (do not let it brown), 30 seconds to a minute.
11
Divide the spice mixture between the pots of beans, along with the salt (3 tablespoons salt in each pot) and stir together.
12
Cover and continue simmering until the liquid level is to your liking, about another hour.
13
Taste for seasoning and add more of what it needs.

2526

kcal

Calories

Fat

321

Carbs

158

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 pounds dried black beans, 6 quarts (24 cups) low-sodium chicken broth, 4 tablespoons kosher salt, 4 tablespoons ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Black Beans falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Black Beans

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