15-Minute Cuban Black Beans - ep 410

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.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Cook chopped onion for about 2 minutes until translucent.

Add minced garlic and cook briefly.

Stir in 1 tablespoon sofrito, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf.

Add 1 tablespoon dry white wine.

Add 1 15-ounce can of black beans with liquid and some water.

Season with salt and a little sugar.

Cook for 10 minutes until thick.

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