Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) Recipe

Name: Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups dried black beans (about 1 pound, 12 ounces); 1/4 cup small dice smoked bacon; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium carrot, peeled and small dice; 1 medium celery stalk, small dice; 1 medium red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, cut into small dice; 1 medium jalapeno, stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped; 1/2 medium poblano chile, stemmed, seeded, cut into small dice; 1/2 medium red onion, small dice; 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 teaspoons whole coriander seeds, toasted and finely ground; 4 teaspoons whole cumin seeds, toasted and finely ground; 2 quarts low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (8 cups); 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

4 cups dried black beans (about 1 pound, 12 ounces)
1/4 cup small dice smoked bacon
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium carrot, peeled and small dice
1 medium celery stalk, small dice
1 medium red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, cut into small dice
1 medium jalapeno, stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped
1/2 medium poblano chile, stemmed, seeded, cut into small dice
1/2 medium red onion, small dice
2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
Freshly ground black pepper
4 teaspoons whole coriander seeds, toasted and finely ground
4 teaspoons whole cumin seeds, toasted and finely ground
2 quarts low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth (8 cups)
1 bay leaf

1
Place the beans in a large bowl and pick through them, discarding any broken beans or stones.
2
Cover the beans with at least 3 inches of cold water.
3
Allow to soak uncovered and at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight.
4
Drain in a colander and set aside.
5
Place the bacon and oil in a large heavy bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is browned and crisp, about 8 minutes.
6
Add the vegetables and measured salt, season with pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and starting to brown, about 8 minutes.
7
Add the coriander and cumin, stir to coat the vegetables and cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
8
Add the beans, broth, and bay leaf, increase the heat to medium high, and bring to a boil.
9
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered until the beans are until completely tender, about 1 hour.
10
(Make sure the beans are completely covered with liquid during cooking; you may need to add a little water.)
11
When the beans are ready, set a strainer over a large bowl.
12
Pour the beans through the strainer.
13
Return the cooking liquid to the pot and boil over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 15 minutes.
14
Return the beans the the pot and stir to combine.
15
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.

590

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups dried black beans (about 1 pound, 12 ounces), 1/4 cup small dice smoked bacon, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium carrot, peeled and small dice, and more.

Yes, Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) Recipe 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.

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