- Yields: Makes about 3 cups
- Ingredient Notes: Dairy-free, Egg-free, Gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon each chili powder and chipotle powder
- 1 cup dried black beans, soaked (see below for soaking methods)
- 3 cups water, vegetable or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat and cook the onions for 4 to 5 minutes. Add the spices and cook for 30 seconds to bloom their flavor. Add the beans and the water or broth. Simmer the beans gently, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Season with salt and pepper.
Quick-soaking method
Rinse the beans and remove any rocks or residue. Combine them with 8 cups of water in a large pot. Bring to a rapid boil, and boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour. Drain the beans and rinse them.
Overnight-soaking method
Rinse the beans and remove any rocks or residue. Combine them with 8 cups of water in a large pot. Let stand overnight or at least 6 hours. Drain the beans and rinse them.
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