Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) Recipe

Name: Black Beans (Frijoles Negros)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds black beans; 20 cups water; 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 large onion, chopped; 8 garlic cloves, mashed or chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 8 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pepper, optional; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 bay leaves; 4 tablespoons sugar; 1 cup dry red wine; 4 tablespoons vinegar

Servings: persons

2 pounds black beans
20 cups water
1 cup plus 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, mashed or chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
8 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper, optional
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 bay leaves
4 tablespoons sugar
1 cup dry red wine
4 tablespoons vinegar

1
Wash the beans and soak overnight in the water.
2
When the beans swell, cook in the same water until soft, about 45 minutes.
3
Heat 1 cup oil in a frying pan, add onions, garlic and green peppers.
4
Add 1 cup of the beans to the pan and mash.
5
Add this to the beans together with the salt, pepper, if using, oregano, bay leaves and sugar.
6
Allow to boil for a 1 hour then add the wine and vinegar allowing to cook uncovered for a while.
7
Add the 4 remaining tablespoons olive oil just before serving.

1210

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds black beans, 20 cups water, 1 cup plus 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) falls under the General 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 (Frijoles Negros)

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