Best 3 Black Beans Cafe Rio Recipes

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CAFE RIO STYLE BLACK BEANS



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Provided by Si Foster, A Bountiful Kitchen

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-15 oz cans black beans ((drain one can, don't drain the other))
2 cloves garlic (minced)
2 teaspoons cumin
3 tablespoons olive oil
1-11.5 oz can tomato juice
salt (kosher or sea salt and pepper to taste)
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/2 cup olive oil
12 cloves garlic (about 1/3 cup chopped garlic)
1/2 cup ground cumin
12-15 oz cans of black beans (drain 6 cans, do not drain 6 cans)
60-70 oz tomato juice (about 1 1/2 46 oz. cans)

Steps:

  • In a non stick pan, cook garlic, cumin and olive oil over medium heat until fragrance is released, about one minute. Be careful not to burn garlic.
  • Add beans, cook down for about 5 minutes until some of the liquid from the beans is absorbed and evaporated.
  • Add can of tomato juice and seasoning to taste.
  • Stir in chopped cilantro when ready to serve.
  • Place oil in large pot.
  • Add garlic and cumin, cook over medium heat until fragrance is released, about one to two minutes.
  • Add black beans and tomato juice and salt to taste. Cook until mixture is heated through on medium heat.
  • When mixture has cooked 20- 30 minutes, turn off heat and add chopped cilantro.
  • Cool and store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • When ready to serve, heat slowly on medium heat, stirring gently to avoid burning beans at bottom of pan. Add more tomato juice if needed.
  • This may be made and stored up to five days before serving.

BLACK BEANS (CAFE RIO) RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Black Beans (Cafe Rio) Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by dkanon

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 T olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 t ground cumin
1 can black beans rinsed and drained
1 1/3 c tomato juice
1/2 t salt
2 T fresh chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, cook garlic and cumin in olive oil over medium heat until you can smell it. Add beans, tomato juice, and salt. Continually stir until heated through. Just before serving stir in the cilantro.

CAFE RIO CHILI BEANS



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Make and share this Cafe Rio Chili Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chef Lindsay

Categories     Black Beans

Time 2h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 (15 ounce) cans black beans
4 ounces diced green chilies
1 1/4 cups green enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in crock pot and cook on low for 2 hours.
  • Serve on Cafe Rio pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.4, Fat 1.1, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 294.5, Carbohydrate 47.5, Fiber 16.9, Sugar 1.7, Protein 17.1

Tips

  • Use dried black beans. They're more flavorful and economical than canned beans.
  • Soak the beans overnight. This will help them cook more evenly.
  • Add a bay leaf and some cumin to the cooking water. This will give the beans a delicious flavor.
  • Cook the beans until they're tender but not mushy.
  • Don't overcook the beans. They'll become tough and chewy.
  • Season the beans to taste with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices.
  • Serve the beans with your favorite toppings, such as rice, cheese, salsa, and sour cream.

Conclusion

Black beans are a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They're a good source of protein, fiber, and iron. By following these tips, you can cook perfect black beans every time.

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