Black Beans Recipe/Frijoles Negro Cuban Recipe

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is more budget-friendly.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds brightness, while apple cider vinegar is often less costly.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, and green onions are generally less expensive.

Chop 2 onions and add them to a large Dutch oven.

Chop 1.5 green peppers and add them to the pot.

Chop 1 poblano pepper and add it to the pot.

Chop 3 jalapenos and add them to the pot.

Chop 12 cloves of garlic and set aside.

Add 4 tablespoons of olive oil to the Dutch oven over medium heat.

Add the chopped onions and peppers to the pot and sauté until the onions are translucent.

Make a clearing in the vegetables and add the chopped garlic, cooking until fragrant but not burnt.

Add spices: cumin, black pepper, and smoked paprika, and toast them until aromatic.

Pour in 1/4 cup of white wine and let the alcohol cook off.

Add the soaked black beans to the pot along with some baking powder to help them cook faster.

Add leftover vegetable stock to the pot, then add about 8 cups of water.

Add white vinegar and a pinch of sugar to the mixture.

Stir everything together and add salt to taste.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover, simmering for about 2 to 2.5 hours until the beans are tender.

Check the beans occasionally and add more water if necessary to keep them submerged.

Once cooked, taste and adjust seasoning, adding lime juice if desired.

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