Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 pound black beans
  • 8 cups water or stock
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil + more for finishing
  • 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 large white onion (chopped)
  • 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ¼ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs for serving

Instruction

  • Rinse the beans and add them to the pressure cooker along with 8 cups water or stock.
  • Pressure cook the beans on high for 30 minutes. Quick release the steam and remove the lid. The beans should be tender yet slightly firm.
  • Heat the oil in a large pan and add the onion and bell pepper. Cook them down about 6-7 minutes to soften.
  • Add the garlic and stir. Cook another minute or so.
  • Scoop the cooked beans into the veggie mixture.
  • Stir in the oregano, cumin, bay leaves, red wine vinegar and sugar. Cook another 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  • Scoop out the bay leaves before serving. Adjust with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Garnish with a bit of fresh herbs and serve as a side or over rice as your main dish.