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Easy Mexican Black Beans Recipe ( Restaurant Style)

These Easy Mexican Black Beans are warm, creamy, and full of bold flavor. Each bite is rich with garlic, onion, and cozy spices. They taste just like the beans from your favorite Mexican restaurant, but you can make them at home in just minutes. This simple recipe uses canned beans, so it is quick and stress free. Serve them with rice, tacos, or burrito bowls for an easy meal the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Medium Skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
  2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Stir in the drained black beans and vegetable broth. Mix well so the beans are fully coated in the spices.
  4. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10 to 12 minutes. Stir occasionally and gently mash a few beans with the back of a spoon to create a creamy texture.
  5. Add salt, black pepper, and fresh lime juice. Stir and adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Turn off the heat and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

For extra heat, add diced jalapeno. For a deeper flavor, stir in a spoon of tomato paste while simmering. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth if needed.