Chili's Black Beans

Bring restaurant-quality flavor to your table with this irresistible Chili’s Black Beans recipe, a perfect blend of tender black beans simmered with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal side for tacos, burritos, or a bowl of steamed rice. Enhanced with sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of vegetable stock, these black beans are rich in flavor and naturally vegan and gluten-free. Add a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a zesty finish, and you've got a versatile, crowd-pleasing dish that’s as comforting as it is flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Black beans
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon, dried Oregano
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 cup Vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) Pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional) Cilantro
• 1 wedge, for garnish (optional) Lime

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the black beans under cold water and set them aside to drain if using canned beans. If using dried beans, soak them overnight and cook until tender before proceeding.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Add the cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and chili powder. Stir the spices into the onion and garlic mixture, letting them toast for about 30 seconds to release their fragrance.

Step 6

Add the drained black beans and vegetable stock to the pan. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground pepper. Stir again.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the beans to cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid reduces and the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro if using.

Step 10

Serve the black beans warm as a side dish, over rice, or as a filling for tacos. Garnish with a lime wedge if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(831.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	776.1

Total Fat 34.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4163.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.2g
Protein 27.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303.3mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 863.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 47.6%