How to Cook Dried Black Beans and Pinto Beans
Learn how to prepare dried black beans and pinto beans by soaking and cooking them in water.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 79kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
Black Beans Ingredients
- 2 cups black beans
- 5 cups water
Pinto Beans Ingredients
- 2 cups pinto beans
- 5 cups water
Instructions
How to Cook Black Beans
- Rinse and sort the black beans, removing any stones or other debris.
- Add the beans to a large bowl. Cover with 3-4 inches of water above the beans. Soak the beans overnight or for 8 hours at room temperature. Place a dish towel over the top while soaking.
- Drain the beans from the water they soaked in overnight. Transfer them to a large pot. Cover with 4 inches of fresh water. Bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat, and simmer for 1-2 hours or until the black beans are softened.
- Drain excess water, and add to your favorite recipes.
How to Cook Pinto Beans
- Rinse and sort the beans, remove any stones or debris, and remove any deformed or shriveled beans.
- Add the beans to a large bowl, and cover with 3-4 inches of water. Soak the beans overnight or for a minimum of 8 hours at room temperature. Place a dish towel over the top of the bowl while soaking.
- Drain and rinse the beans. Transfer the beans to a large pot. Cover with 4 inches of water. Bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 2-2 ½ hours.
- Remove the beans from the heat. Drain any excess water. Use in your favorite recipes.
Notes
Use These Cooked Beans In These Recipes:
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg