Spicy Seasoned Black Beans
These Spicy Seasoned Black Beans are the perfect addition to a variety of meals. They make a quick and easy side dish or can be added to soups, salads, bowls, or any of your Tex-Mex favorites for a hearty, flavorful dinner. Using pantry staples, they're ready in just 20 minutes!
Servings: 6
Calories: 186kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 jalapeño ribs and seeds removed, diced
- 1 ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
- 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth or water, plus more as needed
- juice of 1 lime
Garnishes, optional
- fresh chopped cilantro
- dash or two of hot sauce
- sliced green onions
- sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the diced jalapeño and spices. Sauté until smooth and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Add the beans and broth. Increase the heat to medium-high to bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally. If the beans start to dry out, add additional broth or water.
- Serve hot with garnishes of your choice.
Notes
~ Sauté the spices in oil for the best flavor profile.
~ Drain and rinse the canned beans.
~ For extra spicy heat, add an additional jalapeño and/or an extra dash of cayenne.
~ If the beans start to dry out as they simmer, add an extra splash of broth or water, as needed.
~ For an oil-free option, try sautéing in broth or water. Please note that the flavor won't be as rich. You may need an extra squeeze of lime or dash of salt.
Nutrition facts calculated without garnishes.
Nutrition facts calculated without garnishes.
Nutrition
Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 749mg | Potassium: 401mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 1g