How To Cook Black Eyed Beans
Looking for a hearty and healthy dish? This black eyed beans recipe is incredibly easy to prepare and suits a variety of dietary needs, from vegan to gluten-free! Learn how to cook black eyed beans to perfection in just over an hour, creating a flavorful and satisfying plant-based meal that fits seamlessly into Mediterranean, DASH, or flexitarian diets. Get ready to enjoy a classic taste of American cuisine with this simple bean recipe!
Dietary Information
Servings:
- 1
Measure out beans and soak them overnight in cold water.
- 2
Then drain and wash them and transfer them to a pot.
- 3
Add enough water or broth so that the liquid is about 1 inch (3cm) above the beans.
- 4
Add in seasonings of your choice. I generally add in garlic, bay leaves and onions.
- 5
Bring to the boil, then simmer partially uncovered for between 45 - 90 mins depending on how firm or soft you want your beans.
- 6
If the water or broth dries out before the beans finish cooking then add some more.
- 7
When cooked, drain the beans. You can reserve the cooking liquid and use it to cook rice or flavour soups and stews.
- 8
Rinse beans and add to the Instant Pot insert.
- 9
Pour in water, chicken or vegetable broth and stir.
- 10
Place lid on, and turn the valve to the sealing position. Set the Instant Pot to manual pressure / high pressure for 30 mins.
- 11
Once done, allow for a complete natural pressure release (NPR). Then open lid, stir, season to taste and serve.
- 12
Place the pre-soaked beans into an oven-ready dish with enough water or broth so that there is 4cm (1.5 inches) of liquid above the beans.
- 13
Add in your flavorings and bake about 80 mins at fan-assisted 160C / 180C / 350F / gas 4.
- 14
Check the beans to see if they are cooked through.
- 15
If not then bake them for a little bit longer, checking them every 10 mins.
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Sodium | 3 mg |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
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