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Instant Pot Cuban Black Bean Recipe

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Instant Pot Cuban Black Beans Healthy Cooking with Shayda
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Description

This Cuban black beans recipe, made in the Instant Pot, is a tasty, vegan-friendly and gluten-free meal that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. It’s packed with flavour thanks to the combination of garlic, onions, peppers, and spices, and is incredibly easy to make. Serve this dish with rice, quinoa, or your favourite grain to make it a full meal. You can also add a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of cheese for a bit of extra flavour and creaminess.

Prep Time

This Cuban black beans recipe can be prepared and cooked in under an hour. The total prep time is about 10 minutes, and the cook time is 40 minutes. All you need to do is gather the ingredients, chop the vegetables and spices, and then let the Instant Pot do the rest.

Ingredients

  • 4 cups cooked black beans (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 red pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. Set the Instant Pot to the sauté setting and heat the olive oil.

2. Add the onions, peppers and garlic, and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are soft.

3. Add the cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.

4. Add the tomato paste and stir to combine.

5. Add the black beans and vegetable broth and stir to combine.

6. Place the bay leaf on top and close the lid.

7. Set the Instant Pot to manual high pressure for 20 minutes.

8. When the cooking time is finished, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.

9. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the cilantro, if using.

10. Serve the black beans with lime wedges, if desired.

Equipment

  • Instant Pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Notes

This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled for a larger crowd. If doubling or tripling, make sure to adjust the cook time accordingly.

Nutrition: Per Serving

  • Calories: 348 kcal
  • Carbs: 47 g
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Fat: 13 g
  • Saturated fat: 2 g
  • Sodium: 687 mg
  • Fiber: 11 g
  • Sugar: 4 g

Recipe Tips

For an extra boost of flavour, try adding a tablespoon of diced jalapenos to the Instant Pot when you add the onions and peppers in Step 2. If you’d like to make this dish spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the Instant Pot with the spices. This recipe can also be made on the stovetop. Simply follow the instructions up to Step 5, then transfer the ingredients to a large pot, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for about 30 minutes.


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