Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 can

black beans

drained and rinsed

1 can

pineapple juice

1 unit

bell pepper

diced

1 unit

tomato

diced

1 tbsp

ketchup

heaping

2 unit

scallions

chopped

1 unit

lime

squeezed for juice

2 cloves

garlic

minced

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

cinnamon

0.5 tsp

black pepper

0.5 cup

cilantro

chopped fine

Step 1
~9 min

Combine black beans, pineapple juice, diced bell pepper, tomato (or ketchup), chopped scallions, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, cinnamon, and black pepper in a pot.

Step 2
~9 min

Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 3
~9 min

Simmer the mixture over medium-low heat, allowing the liquid to reduce until most of it is cooked down (approximately 45 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 4
~9 min

Remove the pot from the heat.

Step 5
~9 min

Stir in the chopped cilantro.

Step 6
~9 min

Serve hot and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of pineapple juice to your preferred level of sweetness.

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Garnish with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for added richness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.

Serve as a topping for rice or quinoa.

Serve with tortilla chips as a dip.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken
Fish tacos
Rice and beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Latin America

Cultural Significance

Common side dish in many Latin American cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas
Barbecues

Occasion Tags

Summer
Potluck
BBQ
Dinner Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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