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Instant Pot Black Beans

Name: Instant Pot Black Beans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cups dried black beans; 6 cups water; 1/2 cup diced white onion, heaping; 2 large garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tsp sea salt; 1 tsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; Freshly ground black pepper; Fresh lime juice, optional

Skip hours of stovetop simmering with these creamy Instant Pot black beans, infused with garlic, cumin, and warm spices that build authentic Mexican flavor in just one hour. The quick pressure-cooking method yields tender beans with a silky broth that's perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or refried bean dips. Make a big batch on Sunday to have a reliable, satisfying side ready all week long.

Prep

5 minutes

Cook

45 minutes

Total

1 hour

Serves

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Instructions

1
Place the beans in a large colander and sort through them to remove and discard any stones or debris.
2
Rinse the beans and transfer them to the Instant Pot. Add the water, onion, garlic, salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and several grinds of pepper.
3
Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and pressure cook on high for 25 minutes, or 20 minutes if you prefer firmer beans.
4
Allow the Instant Pot to release pressure naturally. This will take 20 to 30 minutes. When the float valve drops, remove the lid.
5
Use the beans in your favorite black bean recipes or season to taste with more salt, pepper, and squeezes of lime juice, if desired, and serve as a side dish.

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