Best 7 Black Velvet Beans Recipes

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Black velvet beans, also known as cowpeas or black-eyed peas, are a nutritious and versatile legume that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are a good source of fiber, protein, and vitamins, and they have a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. Black velvet beans can be cooked in a variety of ways, including boiling, frying, and baking. They can be used in soups, stews, salads, and casseroles, or they can be eaten as a side dish.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK VELVET BEANS



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This recipe brings together the flavors of Mexico's Gulf Coast with the anise-like flavor of Mexican avocado leaves and the tang of sour oranges.

Provided by Luz Calvo and Catriona Rueda Esquibel

Categories     Bean     Side     Slow Cooker     Chile Pepper     Cumin     Garlic     Citrus     Orange Juice     Backyard BBQ     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free     Bell Pepper     Vegetarian     Vegan

Yield Makes 6 cups (1½ L) or about 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups (500 mL) dried black beans, sorted and rinsed
6 cups (1½ L) water
2 dried Mexican avocado leaves
1 tbsp dried epazote
1 white onion, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, stems and seeds removed, and diced
1 Tbsp extra virgin coconut oil
4 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 Tbsp minced chipotles en adobo
1 Tbsp cumin seeds, toasted and ground
2 tsp sea salt
3 Tbsp sour orange juice (or 2 Tbsp orange juice + 1 Tbsp lime juice)
¼ cup (60 mL) fresh cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a slow cooker on high heat, add beans and water.
  • On a griddle on high heat, toast avocado leaves for a few seconds on each side, until aroma is released. Using fingers, crumble into bean pot, along with epazote.
  • In a large frying pan on medium heat, sauté onions and bell peppers in oil until soft, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, chipotle, and cumin and sauté for 1 minute. Transfer mixture to bean pot. Cook beans on high for 4-6 hours or low 6-9 hours, or until skins are soft and insides are creamy. Add salt and cook, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Before serving, stir in sour orange juice and garnish with cilantro leaves.

BLACK BEANS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 11h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound dried black beans
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 1/2 teaspoons chile powder, plus more if needed
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, plus more if needed
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more if needed
Sour cream, for serving
Fresh cilantro leaves, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving
Diced bell peppers, for serving

Steps:

  • For the beans: Place the beans in a bowl or pot, cover with cold water and allow to soak overnight. Drain and rinse before proceeding. (Alternatively, add the beans to a medium pot and cover with hot water. Bring to a boil, and then boil for 2 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover the pot and allow the beans to sit for 1 hour. Drain the beans and rinse them with cold water before proceeding.)
  • In a medium pot, add the soaked beans, chicken broth, 2 cups water, the garlic, onions and green, red and yellow bell peppers. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Then add the chile powder, cumin and salt and stir. Cover and continue simmering until the liquid level is to your liking, about another hour. Taste for seasoning and add more of what it needs.
  • For the fixins: Serve in a bowl with sour cream, cilantro, lime wedges and diced bell peppers on the side.

BLACK VELVET



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 2

1/2 Guinness, or another stout, room temperature
1/2 champagne, chilled

Steps:

  • Pour the stout and champagne into a pint glass and serve.

BLACK VELVET CAKE



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Enjoy this delicious black velvet cake with whipped frosting - a tasty dessert treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened regular or dark baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs
1 bottle (1 oz) black food color
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 containers (12 oz each) cream cheese whipped ready-to-spread frosting
Black string licorice, if desired
Black jelly beans, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease 3 (8- or 9-inch) round cake pans with shortening; lightly flour.
  • In large bowl, mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt. In another large bowl, beat oil, buttermilk, eggs, food color, vinegar and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed just until blended. Gradually add flour mixture; beat 2 minutes on medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally. Pour into pans.
  • Bake 23 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Brush off all loose crumbs from cake layers. Place 1 cake layer, rounded side down, on serving plate; spread with 1 cup frosting. Top with second cake layer, rounded side up. Spread with 1 cup frosting. Top with third cake layer. Spread very thin layer of frosting on side to seal in crumbs. Spread remaining frosting on side and top of cake. Cut licorice into pieces. Pile licorice on top of cake. Decorate bottom edge of cake with jelly beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628, Carbohydrate 74 g, Fat 7, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 368 mg

BLACK VELVET



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The story goes that a steward at the Brook's Club in London created this classic in 1861 to observe the death of Prince Albert. I hope the steward was aware that there's something beautifully subversive about combining a laborer's favorite, porter, with champagne, the stuff of monarchs and other aristocrats. Social statement or not, it's a great drink. The usual proportions are 50/50, but there's nothing wrong with playing with them. I tend to favor a bit more champagne than Guinness, for a lighter Black Velvet.

Provided by Rosie Schaap

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 oz. Champagne
Enough Guinness to fill glass, about 2 oz.

Steps:

  • Pour the Champagne into a chilled flute. Slowly add the Guinness, pouring it over the upside-down bowl of a small spoon if you wish to achieve a layered effect. Otherwise, just pour the Champagne and then the beer, and gently stir. It will taste good either way.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 94, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sodium 7 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

BLACK VELVET



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Provided by Steven Stern

Categories     quick, cocktails

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 ounces Guinness stout, chilled
3 ounces Champagne or other sparkling wine, chilled

Steps:

  • Fill a champagne flute halfway with the Guinness. Carefully pour the sparkling wine over the back of a spoon to fill the rest of the glass.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 106, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sodium 8 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

BLACK VELVET



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Add some sparkle to your Guinness this St Patrick's Day with a splash of Champagne

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Drink

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 2

Guinness
champagne

Steps:

  • Half fill Champagne flutes with Guinness, then slowly top them up with chilled Champagne.

Tips:

  • To ensure the black velvet beans are fully cooked, soak them overnight or for at least 8 hours before cooking.
  • If you're short on time, you can also use canned black beans. Be sure to rinse and drain them well before using.
  • To add a smoky flavor to the beans, roast them in the oven before cooking. Simply toss the beans with some oil and salt, then roast at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup, such as chopped carrots, celery, or bell peppers.
  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before adding them to the soup.
  • Serve the soup with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or chopped avocado.

Conclusion:

Black velvet 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 antioxidants, and they have a slightly sweet and earthy flavor. Whether you're making soup, salad, or a main course, black velvet beans are sure to add flavor and nutrition to your meal.

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