Description
These maple cayenne black beans are everything you need for a little sweet heat. Perfect meal prep that will keep you feeling cozy.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2–3 dry red chilies
- 1/4 medium red onion (diced)
- 1 small green bell pepper (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sazón
- 1/8 to 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust based on spice preference)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 can black beans with liquid
Instructions
- In a pan add oil and red chilies and sauté for about 1-2 minutes on medium heat.
- Add in onions and green peppers until onions are softened.
- Stir in garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- To the pan add paprika, sazon, cayenne pepper, black pepper and salt, mixing and sautéing for an additional minute.
- Add in tomato paste, stir well with other veggies for 1-2 minutes.
- To your mix, add in soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup. Stir and bring to a low simmer.
- Cover with a lid and simmer on low for about 10-15 minutes.
- Stir well and remove chilies. Adjust salt and pepper to your liking and serve.
Notes
- To make your beans saucy, use the whole can of beans including it’s liquid. If you are concerned about sodium, opt for a can of black beans with no salt added.
- If rinsing beans make sure to add about 1/2 cup veggie broth and mash some of the beans to thicken sauce as it cooks.