Directory > Reference > Recipes > Brazilian black bean bake

Brazilian black bean bake

Recipe Information

Description:
Brazilian black bean bake is a delicious Latin American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 85 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 90 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 85 Minutes
Total Time 90 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Black beans
Category Beans & Legumes
Meal Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Latin American
Cook Method Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups onion, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons jalapeño pepper, minced

  • 2-4 teaspoons minced ginger or 1-2 teaspoons ground ginger

  • 4 cans (15 ounces each) black beans

  • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium tomatoes, diced, undrained

  • 1/3 cup honey

  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar

  • 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/3 cup cubed fresh or jarred mango

  • 1/3 cup sliced banana

Directions

  • Combine all the ingredients, except the mango and banana, in a 3-quart casserole.

  • Bake at 350°F, covered, 30 minutes, then uncover and bake to desired thickness, about 1 hour.

  • Spoon the mango and banana on the beans before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 289 cal

  • Total fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 220mg

  • Carbohydrate: 60g

  • Fiber: 10g

  • Protein: 11g