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instant pot black beans
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5 from 1 vote

instant pot black beans

These simple and tasty instant pot black beans, flavored with bacon, onion, garlic, and lots of spices, have a smoky yet mild taste that pair well with lots of dishes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: instant pot black beans
Servings: 4
Calories: 177kcal
Author: Luda huang

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 1 pound dry black beans
  • 4 slices center-cut bacon chopped
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/2 medium white onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon Green onions chopped

Instructions

  • Rinse beans and add 5 cups of water to the Instant Pot with the softened black beans. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, allow your pot to naturally depressurize. Drain and rinse beans.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and pepper.
  • Switch to the pot to “Sauté” When hot, add the bacon and sauté for 1 minute. Add the onions and sauté for 3 minutes. Add the Green onions and the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds more. Pour in broth and drained beans and mix well.
  • Serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 491mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 869IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 3mg