Caribbean Coconut Black Beans in the Crock Pot

Black beans are a staple in Caribbean cuisine and are rich in fiber, protein, and various vitamins and minerals.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 265 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Caribbean Coconut Black Beans in the Crock Pot

Cooking Method: Crock Pot Cuisine: Caribbean Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 240 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 4 hrs 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black beans
• 1 can Coconut milk
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 pepper Scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse and drain the black beans.
2. In a crock pot, combine the black beans, coconut milk, diced onion, minced garlic cloves, diced red bell pepper, Scotch bonnet pepper (optional for spiciness), thyme, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper.
3. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
4. Cover and cook on low heat for 4 hours or until the beans are tender.
5. Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro.
6. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
7. Serve hot with rice or bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.