Instant Pot Baked Black Beans

Ingredients

• 1 pound of dried black beans
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 4 cups of water

Directions

1. Rinse the black beans and remove any debris.
2. Add the rinsed beans, garlic powder, cumin, olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and water to the Instant Pot.
3. Close the lid and turn the valve to the sealing position.
4. Cook on the “Manual” setting for 25 minutes.
5. When the timer is done, let the pressure release naturally for 20 minutes.
6. Open the lid and stir the beans. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
7. Serve as a side dish or use them as a base for other meals.

Interesting Facts

• Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and nutrients like magnesium and folate.
• Cooking dried beans in a pressure cooker is a great way to save time and energy.
• Black beans can be used in many dishes like burritos, tacos, soups, salads, and more.