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How to cook black turtle beans

Learn how to cook a delicious pot of black beans on the stovetop or in an Instant Pot.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 10 mins
Additional Time
6 hrs
Servings: 8
Calories: 172 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Cuban

Ingredients

Beans
  • 1 pound black beans 2 1/2 cups
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup diced white onion
  • 2 tablespoons minced jalapeno pepper cored and seeded
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Garnish
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Thinly sliced red onion

Instructions

Stove Top Directions
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  1. Sort, rinse, and soak the black beans the night before. Discard any beans that float. Drain beans.
  2. Add 3 tablespoons of olive oil to a large pot over medium heat. Add onion to the pot and cook the onion amd chopped jalapeno until it turns brown.
  3. Add water and drained beans. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the temperature to medium. Cook the beans partially covered for about 1 hour.
  4. Stir the beans occasionally, make sure there is at least 1/2 inch of water covering the beans at all times.
  5. Season with salt, and pepper. Cook for another 15 minutes so the seasonings absorb into the beans.
  6. Serve by placing the beans in a bowl, and top with cilantro, avocado, and red onion slices.
Instant Pot directions
  1. Sort, rinse, and soak black beans the night before. Discard any beans that float. Drain beans.
  2. Select the saute function add 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the pot. Add onion, stirring frequently, until the onion browns. Select the cancel function.
  3. Add water and drained beans. Put the lid on the pot, and make sure the vent is closed. Cook for 30 minutes on high pressure.
  4. When the beans are done cooking, allow them to release naturally for 10 minutes, and then perform a quick release. Season the beans with salt and pepper.
  5. Select saute and stir occasionally so the beans can soak in the flavor. Cook for an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  6. Serve by placing the beans in a bowl, and top with cilantro, avocado, and red onion slices.

Notes

  • After you season the beans, add a chopped up piece of sausage for flavor 
  • After you season the beans, add some left over ham in the beans 
  • Do not salt the beans until after the main cooking process, it can make the skins tough
  • Taco seasoning is a great flavor to add to the beans 
  • Consider using chicken or beef stock to cook the beans in for enhanced flavor

Nutrition Information

Calories 172kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 18g (6%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Sodium 294mg (12%) Potassium 369mg (11%) Fiber 7g (28%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 111IU (2%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 23mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 172

% Daily Value*

Calories 172kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 18g 6%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 294mg 12%
Potassium 369mg 8%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 111IU 2%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 23mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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