Caribbean Black Beans
Black beans are a staple in Caribbean cuisine and are rich in fiber and protein.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Ingredients
- 2 cup Black beans
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 clove Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Bell pepper
- 1 pepper Scotch bonnet pepper
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Allspice
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoon Cilantro
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the black beans overnight.
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
- Add the soaked black beans, Scotch bonnet pepper, thyme, allspice, and bay leaf to the pot.
- Pour in the coconut milk and enough water to cover the beans.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Stir in lime juice and cilantro before serving.
- Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy your Caribbean Black Beans!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.