Crock Pot Caribbean Style Black Beans

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with Crock Pot Caribbean Style Black Beans, a hearty and flavorful dish infused with island-inspired spices and creamy coconut milk. This easy slow-cooker recipe combines tender black beans with vibrant bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and warming spices like allspice, thyme, and smoked paprika for a comforting meal that’s both nutritious and delicious. A touch of habanero pepper adds optional heat, while fresh lime juice and cilantro lend a bright, zesty finish. Perfect as a main dish served over fluffy white rice or as a side for your favorite Caribbean-inspired feast, this recipe is a set-it-and-forget-it crowd-pleaser ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Whether you’re feeding a family or treating yourself, these Caribbean-style black beans deliver bold flavors and tropical vibes with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups dried black beans
• 6 cups water
• 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 4 large (minced) garlic cloves
• 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
• 1 medium (diced) green bell pepper
• 4 stalks (sliced thinly) scallions
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 whole (optional for spice lovers) habanero pepper
• 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) lime juice
• 0.25 cup (chopped, for garnish) fresh cilantro
• 4 cups (optional, for serving) cooked white rice

Directions

Step 1

Sort and rinse the dried black beans to remove any debris or damaged beans.

Step 2

Place the black beans in a large bowl, cover them with water, and soak overnight (or for at least 8 hours). Drain and rinse before cooking.

Step 3

In a crock pot, combine the soaked black beans, 6 cups of water, and the coconut milk.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced red and green bell peppers, and sliced scallions to the crock pot.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, ground allspice, dried thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.

Step 6

If you enjoy extra heat, add a whole habanero pepper to the crock pot. Leave it whole to prevent the dish from becoming too spicy, and remove it before serving.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the beans are tender and creamy.

Step 8

Once cooked, stir in the fresh lime juice and adjust seasoning to taste. Remove the habanero pepper if used.

Step 9

Serve the Caribbean-style black beans over cooked white rice, if desired, and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Step 10

Enjoy your tropical-inspired meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3406.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1683.3

Total Fat 6.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4931.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.6g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 57.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 470.3mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 3212.4mg	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: 3.5%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 82.9%