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    Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans

    Nov 3, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. No Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant style black beans are easy and delicious to make using dried beans in the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker with No-soak and soak methods. Vegan, gluten-free.

    instant pot mexican black beans

    What are Black Beans?

    Black beans are classified as legumes. Also known as turtle beans because of their hard, shell-like appearance, black beans are, in fact, the edible seeds of the plant.

    Health benefits of black beans include:

    • Maintaining healthy bones
    • Lowering blood pressure
    • Managing diabetes
    • Healthy digestion - Source
    mexican black beans

    Can I use Canned Black Beans?

    Absolutely! Canned black beans work really well in this recipe and there is no difference in flavor as well. However using dry beans are healthier, contains less sodium, no preservatives and they are cheaper.

    Follow all the steps in this recipe, reduce the water by half and add the canned beans PRESSURE COOK/MANUAL for 5 minutes (HIGH PRESSURE). If cooking with canned beans, use white rice or cilantro lime rice for pot-in-pot cooking.

    instant pot mexican beans

    Ingredients

    mexican black beans ingredients

    How to make Black Beans without Soaking (No-soak Method) in Instant Pot

    Press SAUTE on Instant Pot. Add oil and once it's hot, add bay leaf, minced garlic, and onions and saute till onions are soft and translucent.

    saute garlic,onions and bay leaf

    Add red chili powder, ground cumin, oregano, salt, and saute for a few seconds.

    add spices like dried oregano,chilli powder,cumin powder ,bay leaf and salt

    Next, add black beans and water or vegetable broth and give a quick stir. Deglaze the pot ie make sure there are no food particles sticking to the pot to avoid burn alerts.

    add beans and stock

    Close the lid on the pot, and turn the pressure valve to the SEALING position. Set the pot to โ€œBEAN/CHILIโ€ Mode and set the timer to 40 minutes. OR (20 minutes for beans soaked overnight).

    Once the pot beeps, Allow for natural pressure release for at least 15-20 minutes.

    Add fresh cilantro/coriander leaves, lime juice. Stir well to combine.

    pressure cooker black beans

    Serve this instant pot Mexican black beans as a side or inside burritos or tacos! 

    mexican black beans recipe

    Servings Suggestions

    Serve this flavorful pressure cooker black beans recipe with IP Mexican rice along with guacamole, sour cream, and stir-fried veggies for a complete meal.

    Tacos or Burritos

    Fajitas

    Quesadilla

    Tips & Variations

    1. If you have Taco seasoning at home, then replace spices mentioned in the recipe with 1.5 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
    2. You can increase the spiciness of the dish by adding jalapeรฑo or more paprika.
    3. If your beans are old and have been lying in the pantry for months, then increase the pressure cooker timing to 45-50 minutes for softer beans. Older beans take more time to cook.
    4. If you are looking for a soupy and creamy texture then pressure cook the black beans for 50 minutes and using a potato masher, mash a few beans for a creamy texture.

    FAQs

    Can you Freeze Mexican Black Beans?

    Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
    In the freezer, cooked black beans will last about 6 months before they lose their flavor and texture. Put them in freezer-safe bags and stack them up in the freezer. Thaw or pop in the microwave to defrost before using.

    How to make Black Beans with Soaking Method?

    Rinse and soak the black beans overnight or at least 6+ hours.
    Follow the same recipe as per the below instructions and set the pot to โ€œBEAN/CHILIโ€ Mode and set the timer to 20-25 minutes for softer beans. Also, reduce ยฝ cup of water as soaked dried beans will consume less water to cook.

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    instant pot mexican black beans

    Instant Pot Mexican Black Beans

    Bhavana Patil
    Chipotleย Restaurant styleย Mexican black beans are easy and delicious to make using dried beans in the Instant Pot pressure cookerย withย No-soakย and soak methods. Vegan, Gluten-free.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Servings: 4
    Calories : 135
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
    Method: Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker
    Prep Time : 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time : 35 minutes minutes
    Total Time : 40 minutes minutes

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
      

    Measuring cup usedย 1 cup = 250 ml

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 3 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 small onion finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon red chilli powder or paprika
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 2 teaspoon oregano
    • salt to taste
    • 1 cup dry black beans not soaked beforehand
    • 2 cups water or vegetable stock
    • juice of half lime
    • 2 tablespoon cilantro

    Instructions
     

    Instant Pot Method:

    • Pressย SAUTEย on Instant Pot. Add oil and once it's hot, add bay leaf, minced garlic, and onions and saute till onions are soft and translucent.
    • Add red chili powder, ground cumin, oregano, salt and saute for few seconds.
    • Next, add black beans and water or vegetable broth and give a quick stir.
      Deglaze the pot ie make sure there are no food particles sticking to the pot to avoid burn alerts.
    • Close the lid on the pot, and turn the pressure valve to SEALING position. Set the pot toย โ€œBEAN/CHILIโ€ย Mode and set the timer to 40 minutes. OR (20 minutes for beans soaked overnight).
    • Once the pot beeps, Allow for natural pressure release for at least 15-20 minutes.
    • Add fresh cilantro/coriander leaves, lime juice. Stir well to combine.
    • Serve this instant pot Mexican black beans as a side or inside burritos or tacos!ย 
      instant pot mexican black beans

    Video

    Notes

    I have prepared this dish in my electric pressure cooker,ย Instant Pot DUO60 6 QT

    Tips & Variations

    1. If you have Taco seasoning at home, then replace the spices mentioned in the recipe with 1.5 tablespoons of taco seasoning.
    2. You can increase the spiciness of the dish by adding jalapeรฑo or more paprika.
    3. If your beans are old and have been lying in the pantry for months, then increase the pressure cooker timing to 45-50 minutes for softer beans. Older beans take more time to cook.
    4. If you are looking for a soupy and creamy texture then pressure cook the black beans for 50 minutes and using a potato masher, mash a few beans for a creamy texture.
    ย 
    Note:ย Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 213mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 175IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 1.1mg
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