5 from 27 votes
Mexican Black Beans
Mexican Black Beans are a flavorful side dish made by cooking black beans in a savory blend of sautéed onions, garlic, and tomato paste, then simmered with spices like chili powder, cumin, and oregano until thickened. A squeeze of fresh lime and fresh herbs add brightness before serving. The dish has a hearty, tender texture with a smoky, spiced flavor profile.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
3
servings
Calories:
39 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons canola oil (can use vegetable or olive oil)
- ¼ cup onion diced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoons tomato paste
- 15 ounces black beans drained and rinsed (1 can)
- ½ cup vegetable broth
- ¼ teaspoons chili powder
- ¾ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- lime for juicing
- scallions or cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onions and cook until translucent. Stir in the garlic and tomato paste and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the beans to the pan. Using a wooden spatula, smash about half of the beans. Stir in the vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until most of the broth has been absorbed, about 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, squeeze fresh lime juice over the top and sprinkle with scallions or cilantro.
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Notes
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to three days to maintain freshness.
- Fresh lime juice and herbs added at the end brighten the dish and add a fresh finish.
- Lightly mashing half the beans creates a creamy consistency while maintaining texture.
Nutrition Information
Serving
0g
Calories
39kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
0g
(0%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
0g
(0%)
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
203mg
(8%)
Potassium
73mg
(2%)
Fiber
0g
(0%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
215IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
2.5mg
(3%)
Calcium
10mg
(1%)
Iron
0.6mg
(3%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 39
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0g | |
| Calories | 39kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 203mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 73mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 215IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 2.5mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.