Instant Pot Cuban Black Beans

Black beans are a staple in most Cuban homes. It is not a holiday celebration without black beans being served.

These Cuban black beans can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

STORAGE

Ingredients 

– Dried black beans – Yellow onion  – Green bell pepper – Garlic – Water

STEP 1

Rinse your beans to remove any dust or debris from the bag.

STEP 2

In the Instant Pot inner cooking pot place your rinsed beans, onions, garlic, pepper and water.

STEP 3

Once the beans have soaked over night, add salt and bay leaves and place in the instant pot and cook for 45 minutes.

STEP 4

Open your instant pot once it's safe and make sure your water didn't dry out. Give the beans a gentle stir.

STEP 5

You can add water in ½ cup increments (upto 1 ½ cups) if the beans are absorbing the water too quickly.

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