Black Beans Hotpot

Name: Black Beans Hotpot
Ingredients: 400g Black Beans; 1 large Onion; 1 Green Pepper; 1 Red Pepper; 1/3 cup Celery; 4 Cloves Crushed Garlic; 1 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin; 1 tablespoon Oregano; 1 1/2 tsp Salt; 2 tsp Black Pepper; 5 Cups Water

Vegetarian

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Few vegetarian recipes are as satisfying as a well-made Black Beans Hotpot. The star here is black beans, supported by a short list of everyday ingredients. Nothing about the method is tricky; follow the steps in order and it turns out the same every time. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.

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Black Beans Hotpot — Vegetarian recipe — Black Beans Hotpot

Level Medium

Ingredients

400 g Black Beans
1 large Chopped Onion
1 Green Pepper
1 Red Pepper
⅓ cup Celery
4 clove Crushed Garlic
1 ½ tsp Ground Cumin
1 tbsp Oregano
1 ½ tsp Salt
2 tsp Black Pepper
5 cup Water

Method

Add all the ingredients in the Instant pot, Lock the lid on and set the Instant Pot to High Pressure for 35 minutes. Once the beans are done cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 20 minutes before releasing the remaining pressure. Open and serve!
Let the beans get cool completely before saving them in the fridge or freezer.

Tips for the best Black Beans Hotpot

Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 11 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.

Variations

Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.

Serving ideas

Serve hot with rice, potatoes or crusty bread, and something green on the side.

Storage

Cool completely, then refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave until piping hot. Freezes well for up to 3 months.

Frequently asked questions

What can I substitute for black beans?

Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.

Can I make Black Beans Hotpot ahead of time?

You can prep all the ingredients a day ahead and keep them covered in the fridge, then cook just before serving for the best texture.

Is this Black Beans Hotpot recipe medium to make?

It is rated medium: 11 ingredients and 2 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.

Recipe data via TheMealDB — source