Black Beans (Frijoles Negros) |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 135 Minutes |
Ready In: 160 Minutes Servings: 20 |
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Ingredients:
2 pounds black beans |
20 cups water |
1 cup plus 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided |
1 large onion, chopped |
8 garlic cloves, mashed or chopped |
1 green bell pepper, chopped |
8 teaspoons salt |
1 teaspoon pepper, optional |
1 teaspoon dried oregano |
2 bay leaves |
4 tablespoons sugar |
1 cup dry red wine |
4 tablespoons vinegar |
Directions:
1. Wash the beans and soak overnight in the water. When the beans swell, cook in the same water until soft, about 45 minutes. Heat 1 cup oil in a frying pan, add onions, garlic and green peppers. Add 1 cup of the beans to the pan and mash. Add this to the beans together with the salt, pepper, if using, oregano, bay leaves and sugar. Allow to boil for a 1 hour then add the wine and vinegar allowing to cook uncovered for a while. Add the 4 remaining tablespoons olive oil just before serving.
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