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Spicy Black Beans

Black beans and rice is no longer just popular Cuban cuisine. This flavorful dish has become an American favorite at dinner tables everywhere. Here’s a simple way to prepare the scrumptious side.
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Cuisine Continental

Servings 6 servings
Calories 844.89 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1 large jalapeno chili, seeded, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) heaping teaspoon ground cumin
  • 3 3/4 cup(s) black beans, rinsed, drained (15-oz. cans)
  • 1 81/100 cup(s) fat-free chicken broth (1-14.4-oz. can)
  • 1 fresh lime juice
  • 1 fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

 

  • Heat oil in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add garlic, chili and cumin and saute 30 seconds.
  • Add beans and broth and cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Coarsely mash 1/2 of the beans with potato masher.
  • Continue boiling until thick, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
  • Season to taste with lime juice, salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to bowl.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 844.89kcalCarbohydrates: 152.27gProtein: 55.25gFat: 13.61gSaturated Fat: 1.88gSodium: 4268.25mgFiber: 45.7gSugar: 11.03g

Keyword Healthy Bytes, Healthy Eating, Low Calorie, Low Fat
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