Discover Black Bean Recipes for Tasty Mealtimes

Any recipe you could cook with black beans will be tasty, so long as the beans are prepared beforehand. Find out how to incorporate these delicious ingredients into home cooking.

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Black Bean Recipes

This collection of tasty dishes all use black beans in some form or another. From a black beans recipe for novices to more advanced dishes, it is all covered.

Mexican Black Bean Recipes

Pinto and black beans are a mainstay of many Mexican dishes. This recipe collection highlights black beans against the often spicy and pungent flavours of Mexican food.

Vegetarian Black Bean Recipes

From a tasty rice and black beans recipe to a vegetarian soup and side dish, this recipe collection will suit flexitarians and vegetarians alike.

Black Beans Recipe FAQs

What does black bean flavour taste like?

Black beans have an earthy flavour and texture. Their skins, in particular, have a slightly nutty tone. They are mild.

What is black bean paste called in Korean?

In Korea, black bean paste is known as chunjang — 춘장. It is dark and fermented with a bitter and deep savoury flavour.

Does Chinese food use black beans?

Yes, Chinese cuisine often makes use of black beans. If fermented, Chinese cooks usually refer to black beans as douchi.

What do black beans go well with?

Because they are mild and absorb seasoning well, black beans are versatile. They are great in salads, soups and pies. They work well in Asian and Mexican cuisine, too.

Can you substitute kidney beans for black beans?

Kidney beans are a good substitute if you don’t have any Mexican black beans. Kidney beans have a stronger nutty flavour and are less creamy than black beans, though.

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