Cuban Black Bean Dip

Name: Cuban Black Bean Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 2 cans black beans (15 oz can); 2 tbsp olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp dried oregano; 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Creamy and savory black bean dip with roasted garlic, lime, and cumin. Perfect with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

20 minEasyServes 8110 cal/serving

CubanAppetizerStovetopVegetarianVegan

Ingredients

2 cans black beans (15 oz can)
2 tbsp olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/8 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

Drain and rinse 2 cans black beans (15 oz can).
2

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3

Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4

Add the drained beans, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp dried oregano, 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
5

Mash beans with a potato masher until you reach desired consistency (some chunky, some smooth).
6

Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
7

Transfer to a serving bowl and top with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro.
8

Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

Questions

Can I make Cuban Black Bean Dip ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Cuban Black Bean Dip?

Yes. As written it serves 8. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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