Cuban Black Beans Recipe

Instant Pot Cuban Black Beans with Barbaro Mojo Jalabao

Jackie V

This easy and flavorful Cuban black bean recipe is made in the Instant Pot, packed with bold spices, and finished with the perfect kick of Barbaro Mojo Jalabáo hot sauce. Serve it over white rice with avocado for a delicious meal!

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½  green pepper, diced
  • ½  yellow onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 bouillon cube (chicken or vegetable)
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ tablespoon cumin
  • ½ tablespoon oregano
  • ½ tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 splash apple cider vinegar
  • ½ cup dried black beans, rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • Barbaro Mojo Jalabáo hot sauce (to taste)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté the aromatics – Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Add the diced green pepper and onion, cooking until softened and lightly caramelized (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. Add the seasonings – Stir in the minced garlic, bouillon cube, bay leaves, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook for about 10 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  3. Deglaze and add beans – Add a splash of apple cider vinegar to deglaze the pot, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Then, add the dried black beans and water. Stir well.
  4. Pressure cook – Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 45 minutes. Allow for a 20-minute natural release before manually releasing any remaining pressure.
  5. Finish with heat – Stir in your desired amount of Barbaro Mojo Jalabáo hot sauce (or any other Barbaro Mojo Hot Sauce Flavor) for an extra kick of smoky heat.
  6. Serve and enjoy – Spoon the beans over fluffy white rice, garnish with sliced avocado, and drizzle with more Barbaro Mojo Jalabáo for maximum flavor.

🔥 Pro Tip: For creamier beans, mash some with the back of a spoon before serving.

🎥 Watch the full cooking video here!

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