From f5ca3771797f2d5790d5a8249edb9c6ca2b60107 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: medusa Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 18:12:48 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add docs/food_related/black_beans.md --- docs/food_related/black_beans.md | 49 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 49 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/food_related/black_beans.md diff --git a/docs/food_related/black_beans.md b/docs/food_related/black_beans.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..f77d460 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/food_related/black_beans.md @@ -0,0 +1,49 @@ +Certainly! Here's a revised recipe for slow cooker Cuban black beans, designed for an 8-10 hour cook time on low setting. This will allow you to take advantage of the slow cooker's ability to develop deep flavors and tender beans. + +### Ingredients: +- **1 pound dried black beans**, soaked overnight and drained +- **1 large onion**, finely chopped +- **1 green bell pepper**, finely chopped +- **3-4 cloves garlic**, minced +- **2 tablespoons olive oil** (for sautéing the vegetables) +- **2 teaspoons Sazón Goya** or to taste +- **1 bay leaf** +- **1 teaspoon ground cumin** +- **1 teaspoon dried oregano** +- **2 tablespoons white vinegar** or apple cider vinegar +- **Salt and black pepper** to taste +- **4 cups water** or as needed (adjust depending on the desired thickness) +- **Fresh cilantro**, chopped (for garnish) +- **1 tablespoon sugar** (optional, for balance) + +### Instructions: + +#### Prepare the Sofrito: +1. **Sauté Vegetables**: + - In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper and sauté until they are soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. + - Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. + +#### Assemble in Slow Cooker: +2. **Combine Ingredients**: + - Transfer the sautéed vegetables to the slow cooker. Add the drained black beans, Sazón Goya, bay leaf, cumin, oregano, and water. + - Stir to combine all the ingredients evenly. + +3. **Cook**: + - Cover and set the slow cooker to low. Cook for 8-10 hours, or until the beans are tender and the flavors are well melded. If during cooking the beans seem too dry, add a little more water. + +#### Finish and Serve: +4. **Final Seasoning**: + - Stir in the vinegar, add salt and pepper to taste, and sugar if using. Adjust these final seasonings based on your preference. + - Remove the bay leaf. + +5. **Garnish**: + - Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro just before serving. + +6. **Serving Suggestions**: + - Serve the black beans over white rice for a traditional pairing, or use them as a base for tacos, as a filling for burritos, or as a side dish with a main course. + +### Tips: +- **Timing Flexibility**: The beauty of using a slow cooker is that it’s very forgiving. If you need to extend the cooking time slightly due to schedule constraints, the beans will generally continue to improve in flavor. +- **Overnight Option**: You could start the slow cooker before going to bed and have the beans ready for a reheat at lunch. + +This slow cooker approach should give you flavorful, deeply developed Cuban black beans with minimal active cooking time and great results. Enjoy your cooking! \ No newline at end of file