Best 8 Onions For Black Beans Recipes

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Black beans, also known as turtle beans, are a versatile and nutritious legume that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of protein, fiber, and antioxidants. Black beans are often used in Mexican and Caribbean cuisine, but they can also be used in a variety of other dishes, such as soups, stews, and salads. This article provides three delicious recipes that showcase the versatility of black beans:

* **Black Bean Soup:** This classic soup is made with black beans, vegetables, and spices. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day.

* **Black Bean Tacos:** These tacos are filled with black beans, rice, and vegetables. They are a healthy and satisfying meal that can be made in just a few minutes.

* **Black Bean Salad:** This salad is made with black beans, corn, tomatoes, and avocado. It is a light and refreshing salad that is perfect for a summer picnic.

No matter how you choose to prepare them, black beans are a delicious and healthy addition to any meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BLACK BEANS WITH GARLIC, ONION AND JALAPENO



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dry black beans, soaked in water overnight
2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus additional as needed
1 teaspoon garlic salt
2 ounces unsalted butter
1 jalapeno chile, seeded and diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large white onion, diced small
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the beans to a large stockpot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the beans are slightly soft, 30 minutes to 1 hour. Turn off the heat and add the kosher salt and garlic salt.
  • Add the butter to a large, heavy-bottomed saute pan over medium heat, then add the jalapeno, garlic and onion. Saute until softened, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Drain the beans, reserving the liquid, then add the beans to the saute pan and simmer for 10 minutes, adding the reserved cooking liquid if too dry. Season to taste and serve.

HOW TO COOK BLACK BEANS



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This foolproof recipe yields perfectly tender and delicious black beans. Make a pot and enjoy black beans all week! No need to soak the beans before using. Recipe yields 6 cups beans (the equivalent of 4 cans); you can freeze leftovers or cut the recipe in half.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Side dish

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound (16 ounces or scant 2 1/2 cups) dried black beans*
1 medium red onion, chopped
4 medium cloves garlic, peeled but left whole
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
One strip of orange zest, about 2 inches long by 1/2 inch wide
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit or reduce if sensitive to spice)
8 cups water**, more if needed
2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, optional
1 tablespoon lime juice

Steps:

  • First, pick through your black beans for debris (sometimes tiny rocks can sneak in). Place the beans in a fine mesh colander or sieve and rinse very well. Pour the beans into a large Dutch oven or saucepan (4 quarts or larger in capacity).
  • Add the onion, garlic, bay leaves, olive oil, salt, cumin, orange zest and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pot. Pour in the water.
  • Cover the pot and bring it to a boil over high heat. Remove the lid and reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Give the beans a stir to make sure none are stuck to the bottom of the pot, and set a timer for 1 hour. Leave the pot uncovered and adjust the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer (you should see several small bubbles popping to the surface at any given moment).
  • Once the timer goes off, test a couple of beans by using a fork to press them against the side of the pot. If they're easy to press through, taste a few (carefully! they're hot!) to see if they're sufficiently plump, tender and delicious.
  • Otherwise, continue cooking, testing in 15 to 30 minute intervals as needed, until they're done. If you're running low on liquid, add water in 1-cup increments so the beans are covered at all time. (As mentioned in the post, if your beans are old, they can take several hours to cook and require a lot more water, and some very old beans may never cook through.)
  • Once the beans are very tender and tasty, you can increase the heat a little to reduce the cooking liquid into a more gravy-like consistency, about 5 to 15 minutes (it will continue to thicken up as the beans cool).
  • Remove the pot from the heat. Carefully remove the orange zest and both bay leaves. Use a fork to press the garlic against the side of the bowl to break it up. Add the cilantro, if using, and lime juice. Stir to combine. Season to taste with additional salt, if needed. Use as desired.
  • Allow leftover beans to cool to room temperature before storing in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 4 to 5 days. You can also freeze leftover beans for several months.***

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup beans, Calories 291 calories, Sugar 2.5 g, Sodium 359 mg, Fat 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 12.2 g, Protein 16.8 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

SIMPLE SIMPLE SIMPLE! BLACK BEANS AND ONIONS



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Make and share this Simple Simple Simple! Black Beans and Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Mommie

Categories     Black Beans

Time 8m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 teaspoon butter (or substitute)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 medium onion, chopped
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • Melt the margarine in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes.
  • The onion should stay crisp, not brown.
  • Add the beans and cook for 3 - 4 more minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper.

COWBOY CALICO BEANS



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This is a tradition at the table when my girlfriends and I go up north for a girls' weekend. The husbands and kids are left at home, but the slow cooker comes with us! -Julie Butsch, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 can (16 ounces) butter beans, drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pork and beans
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Transfer to a 3-qt. slow cooker. Combine the brown sugar, ketchup, vinegar and mustard; add to meat mixture. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook on low until heated through, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 808mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

ONIONS FOR BLACK BEANS



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Provided by Craig Claiborne And Pierre Franey

Time 5m

Yield About three cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups finely chopped white sweet onions
Salt to taste, if desired
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon olive or corn oil
1 tablespoon white-wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine the ingredients in a mixing bowl and let stand until ready to serve. Add to the beans and rice according to taste

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 147, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 596 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams

BLACK BEANS



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Black bean stew to serve with rice and your desired meat dish. Makes large servings.

Provided by Ivis

Categories     Side Dish     Beans and Peas

Time P1DT1h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups dry black beans, soaked overnight
1 quart cold water, or as needed
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
5 cloves garlic, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried oregano
½ cup white cooking wine
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a medium stockpot, combine soaked beans (see Editor's Note), water, onion, green pepper, garlic, bay leaves, salt, cumin and oregano. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low. Simmer, covered, until beans are tender, about 1 hour. Stir occasionally and add water as necessary so that the beans don't dry out or scorch.
  • When beans are tender, stir in wine, vinegar, and olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.3 g, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 783.7 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

BLACK BEAN TACOS WITH AVOCADO AND SPICY ONIONS



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Spicy pickled onions add brightness and tang to these hearty black bean tacos. The filling is a bit like chili but without the tomato, and perfect to wrap up in a tortilla. You can make the black beans up to 5 days ahead; they even freeze well. Then just warm them up, along with the tortillas, right before serving. The spicy onions will last for weeks in the fridge. Use them on everything: soups, salads, even grilled cheese sandwiches.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, tacos, vegetables, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lime
1 small red onion or large shallot, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, seeded and thinly sliced
Large pinch of fine sea salt
Small pinch of granulated sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more as needed
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 cup diced red or green bell pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
Fine sea salt
Corn tortillas, warmed
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced
Fresh cilantro, salsa and sour cream, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Make the spicy onions: Squeeze the lime into a bowl and add the onion or shallot, jalapeño, salt and sugar to the juice. Set aside while you make the black beans.
  • Prepare the beans: Heat a large skillet, then add 2 tablespoons oil. When oil is hot, add the onion and bell pepper and sauté until soft and golden, about 10 minutes. If the pan looks dry, drizzle in a little more oil.
  • Add the garlic and jalapeño and sauté until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, oregano and cumin, and sauté until fragrant. Add the beans and a few large pinches of salt and let simmer until the flavors meld, about 15 minutes.
  • Taste and add more salt, chili powder and oregano to taste. Serve beans with tortillas and avocado and top with the pickled onions and jalapeño and some of their liquid, adding any of the garnishes you like.

GREEN BEANS AND ONIONS



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Make and share this Green Beans and Onions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lynettejs

Categories     Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 (14 1/2 ounce) cans green beans, drained
4 slices bacon
1 large onion, sliced thin
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook bacon in skillet until it begins to brown.
  • Add onions, cooking until slightly translucent.
  • Add beans, stirring occasionally, until beans are soft.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of onions for different flavors. Sweet onions, yellow onions, and red onions all have their own unique taste and texture that can enhance the flavor of black beans.
  • Sauté or caramelize the onions before adding them to the black beans. This will help to bring out their sweetness and flavor.
  • Add other vegetables to the black beans, such as bell peppers, corn, or tomatoes. This will add additional flavor and texture to the dish.
  • Season the black beans with spices, such as cumin, chili powder, and paprika. This will help to give them a more complex flavor.
  • Serve the black beans with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or salsa. This will allow your guests to customize their dish to their own liking.

Conclusion:

Onions are a versatile and flavorful ingredient that can be used to add depth and complexity to a variety of dishes. When paired with black beans, they create a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, there is an onion-black bean recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy black beans, give one of these recipes a try.

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