Frijoles Negros Crock Pot Mexican Black Beans
Discover the rich, authentic flavors of Frijoles Negros Crock Pot Mexican Black Beans, a hearty and versatile dish that's as easy as it is delicious. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, oregano, and a subtle kick of jalapeño, these slow-cooked black beans are tender and infused with aromatic goodness, all thanks to the magic of the crock pot. This recipe minimizes prep time while delivering maximum flavor, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve these savory beans as a standalone side dish, or use them as the flavorful foundation for tacos, burrito bowls, or enchiladas. Garnished with fresh cilantro and tangy lime wedges, these frijoles negros are guaranteed to bring vibrant Mexican-inspired taste to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried black beans
- 6 cups water
- 1 medium white onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small jalapeño, diced (optional)
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 4 fresh lime wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Rinse the dried black beans under cold water, removing any debris or damaged beans.
Optional: If time allows, soak the black beans in cold water for 6-8 hours or overnight to reduce cooking time. Drain before using.
In a large crock pot, combine the black beans, water, diced onion, minced garlic, jalapeño (if using), cumin, oregano, and bay leaf.
Stir the ingredients together to ensure they are evenly distributed.
Set the crock pot to cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 6-8 hours, until the black beans are tender but not mushy.
Toward the end of the cooking process (about 30 minutes before the beans are done), stir in the salt to season the beans.
Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf and taste to adjust spice levels or salt as needed.
Serve the black beans warm as a side dish or as a base for other recipes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5615 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.0 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.3 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 1667 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
