Cinco de Mayo will soon be here and black beans are the perfect side dish, topping or with many Mexican dishes.
2 cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 T. olive oil
2/3 c. finely diced or grated onion
3 garlic cloves, finely minced
2/3 c. chicken broth/stock
1/4 t. cumin
1/4 t. coriander
1/4 t. oregano
1/2 t. salt
1/4 t. pepper
freshly squeezed juice from 1 lime
fresh cilantro, if desired
toppings: slices of avocado, shredded cheese and/or sour cream
Drain and rinse the beans.
Peel and dice, grate or mince garlic and onion, as directed.
In a saucepan, heat olive oil on medium-high heat. Saute onions about 3 minutes or until they just start to become translucent; add garlic; saute 30 seconds. Add beans, broth/stock and remaining seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer; simmer about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. When done cooking, remove from heat; add in a few squeezes of freshly squeezed lime juice. Use the back of a spoon to press down on some of the beans, but don’t pulverize them.You just want to thicken the sauce a bit, and they will also thicken more upon standing. If you like a more soupy consistency, just add a little more broth.
Serve as a side dish, on top of rice, in fajitas or tacos, or on top of chicken or steak.
Top with avocado slices, shredded cheese and/or sour cream
Makes 6 1/3 cup servings.