Frijoles Negros

Name: Frijoles Negros
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 65 min
Total time: 80 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Cuban
Ingredients: 1 lb dried black beans, soaked; 6 cups water; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; 2 bay leaves; 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp salt

A classic Latin American black bean side dish simmered with bell pepper, aromatics, and warm spices for a rich, savory flavor.

80 minEasyServes 6210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb dried black beans, soaked
6 cups water
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
2 bay leaves
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

In a large pot, combine 1 lb soaked dried black beans, 6 cups water, and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
2

Heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced yellow onion and 1 diced green bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Stir 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp dried oregano into the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Transfer the vegetable mixture into the pot with beans. Add 1 tsp salt and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until thickened.
5

Remove from heat, discard bay leaves, and stir in 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar before serving.

Questions

How long does Frijoles Negros keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Frijoles Negros?

Yes. As written it serves 6. 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.

Serve it with

Pollo a la Plancha main
Cuban Sandwich main
Sheikh Al Mahshi (Stuffed Eggplant) main

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