VERY SIMPLE BLACK BEANS (CARAOTAS NEGRAS)

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These beans cook down and creat a thick, rich sauce. Good to serve over rice or arepas. From Cooking Light. Recipe edited to increase some seasonings suggested by reviewers.

Provided by Chef PotPie

Categories     Black Beans

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup water
2 (15 ounce) cans 50% reduced sodium black beans, undrained
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper to pan; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in sugar, garlic, black pepper, and cumin; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in 1 cup water and beans; bring to a boil. Partially cover, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring frequently. Remove from heat, and stir in vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.1, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 4, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 2.7, Protein 0.6

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