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Sherried Black Beans With Saffron Rice

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This comforting dish transforms humble dried black beans into a luxurious side dish perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. The beans are slowly simmered with salt pork, onions, garlic, and poblano chiles until tender and flavorful. A portion of the beans is blended and returned to the pot to create a rich, creamy texture, then finished with a splash of dry fino sherry for depth. Served over bright, aromatic saffron rice, this recipe offers a beautiful contrast of colors and flavors. Its a robust, savory meal that feels both homestyle and elegant, making it an excellent choice for potlucks, holiday tables, or a cozy weekend dinner.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 529.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This comforting dish transforms humble dried black beans into a luxurious side dish perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings. The beans are slowly simmered with salt pork, onions, garlic, and poblano chiles until tender and flavorful. A portion of the beans is blended and returned to the pot to create a rich, creamy texture, then finished with a splash of dry fino sherry for depth. Served over bright, aromatic saffron rice, this recipe offers a beautiful contrast of colors and flavors. Its a robust, savory meal that feels both homestyle and elegant, making it an excellent choice for potlucks, holiday tables, or a cozy weekend dinner.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Dried black beans
  • 1/2 cup Finely diced salt pork
  • 1 cup Chopped onions
  • 1 cup Chopped poblano chiles
  • 2 Cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Teaspoon Sea salt
  • 3 Tablespoons Dry fino sherry
  • To taste Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Clean the dried black beans, removing any stones or chaff, and rinse them well under cold water.
  2. 2
    Place the beans in a large pot and cover with plenty of water. Let them soak overnight.
  3. 3
    While the beans soak, prepare the aromatics: chop the onions, mince the garlic, and chop the poblano chiles.
  4. 4
    In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, saut the finely diced salt pork until it begins to brown and render its fat.
  5. 5
    Add the chopped onions and poblano chiles to the saucepan with the pork. Cook until soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. 6
    Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. 7
    Drain the soaked beans and place them in a large pot. Cover with fresh water.
  8. 8
    Add the contents of the saucepan (pork, onions, chiles, and garlic) to the pot of beans.
  9. 9
    Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  10. 10
    Add the sea salt to the pot. Uncover and simmer for another 30 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
  11. 11
    Watch the beans carefully during simmering and stir once or twice to ensure they do not stick to the bottom of the pan.
  12. 12
    Remove 1 cup of the cooked beans from the pot and place them in a blender.
  13. 13
    Blend the reserved beans until smooth and creamy.
  14. 14
    Stir the blended beans back into the pot along with the dry fino sherry.
  15. 15
    Season with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  16. 16
    Serve the Sherried Black Beans hot alongside Saffron Rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 529.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.5g12%
Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
Cholesterol 24.0mg8%
Sodium 979.9mg41%
Total Carbohydrate 90.2g31%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g65%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 27.8g56%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: black beans, sherry, saffron rice, salt pork, poblano, american cuisine, comfort food, side dish, simmered beans, garlic, onions, plant based protein, festive dinner, homestyle cooking, vegetarian option
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