Restaurant-Style Mexican Black Beans

Tacos for dinner? Enchiladas? Carne Asada? Well, you might be looking for a side to go with that deliciousness and black beans are a delicious and healthy option. I love ordering black beans at Mexican restaurants. This recipe brings that restaurant feel to the home. 

Time to Make It: <15 minutes

Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

1 TB olive oil

1 small onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

1 (15 oz) can black beans, undrained

1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped

Instructions

1. Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the olive oil and let heat briefly.

2. Add in onions and saute for 5 to 7 minutes until soft. 

3. Add in minced garlic, cumin, salt, and cayenne pepper (optional) and saute another 60 seconds.

4. Add in black beans and juices. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Serve hot topped with fresh cilantro. 

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