Spicy Tex-Mex Black Bean Delight 🌶️🍲

Quick and Easy Seasoned Black Beans 🌶️🍲

Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Description:

These Quick and Easy Seasoned Black Beans are a delightful Tex-Mex treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a cook time of 20 minutes, this dish is ideal for those busy weeknights when you want something nutritious and delicious on the table fast. Bursting with flavor from garlic, onion, jalapeño, Mexican oregano, and ground cumin, these beans are sure to satisfy your craving for a spicy kick.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans black beans
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 onion
• 2 jalapeño chiles
• 1 tsp Mexican oregano
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

   • Drain and rinse the black beans.
   • Mince the garlic cloves.
   • Chop the onion, jalapeño chiles, and cilantro.
   • Juice the limes.

2. Sauté Aromatics:

   • In a sauté pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
   • Add the minced garlic to the hot oil and sauté until fragrant.

3. Add Onions and Jalapeños:

   • Once the garlic is aromatic, add the chopped onion and jalapeño chiles to the pan.
   • Sauté the vegetables until they start to soften, stirring frequently.

4. Seasoning:

   • Sprinkle in the Mexican oregano and ground cumin.
   • Continue to sauté the mixture, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender and the spices are fragrant. If the mixture starts to stick, add a few drops of water to loosen it up.

5. Cook the Beans:

   • Add the drained black beans to the pan and stir to combine with the aromatics.
   • Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.

6. Simmer:

   • Let the beans simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the beans to soften. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

7. Final Touch:

   • Once the beans are cooked to your liking, add the chopped cilantro and fresh lime juice to the pan.
   • Stir well to incorporate the flavors throughout the dish.

8. Serve:

   • Transfer the seasoned black beans to a serving dish.
   • Garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
   • Serve hot alongside your favorite Tex-Mex or Mexican dishes.

Nutrition Information:

• Calories: 166.2 per serving
• Fat Content: 2.3g
• Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 4.4mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 28.2g
• Fiber Content: 9.7g
• Sugar Content: 1.1g
• Protein Content: 9.7g

Recipe Notes:

• For a creamier texture, consider mashing or pureeing a portion of the cooked beans to create a delicious bean dip.
• Customize the spiciness by adjusting the amount of jalapeño chiles to suit your taste preferences.
• These seasoned black beans are perfect for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Serve these beans as a side dish, in tacos, burritos, quesadillas, or as a topping for nachos for a flavorful Tex-Mex twist. Enjoy! 🌮🥑