Best Easy Frijoles Negros Colados Recipe

Silky strained black beans blended smooth, a Yucatán staple served with nearly every meal. This vegetarian, fiber-rich side is a healthy family essential with clean, earthy flavor.

Cook 50 min Difficulty NORMAL 150 kcal
#vegetarian #diabetic friendly #high fiber #healthy side dish
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • dried black beans 1 cup
  • white onion 1 small
  • garlic cloves 2 cloves
  • water 5 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • salt 1 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 25 g 67%
Protein 7 g 19%
Fat 2 g 12%
Serving size 150g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Pick over and rinse the dried black beans. Combine with 5 cups water, the small peeled onion (left whole), and garlic cloves in a large pot.

  2. 2

    Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer, partially covered, for 1.5–2 hours until the beans are completely soft and almost falling apart.

  3. 3

    Discard the onion. Let the beans cool slightly, reserving the cooking liquid.

  4. 4

    Blend beans and garlic with just enough reserved cooking liquid to achieve a thick, pourable consistency. Puree until perfectly smooth.

  5. 5

    Heat olive oil in a clean pot over medium-low. Add the pureed beans, season with salt, and cook gently, stirring constantly for 10–15 minutes until silky and slightly glossy. Adjust salt as needed and serve warm.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Frijoles Negros Colados recipe?
The key ingredient is dried black beans. They provide both the silky texture and the clean, earthy flavor that define this classic Yucatán side, and their fiber and protein make the dish nutritious and satisfying.
Q. What is the most important cooking technique for perfect texture?
Straining and blending the cooked beans until ultra-smooth, then gently simmering with olive oil, are crucial steps. This ensures a silky, lump-free consistency and prevents scorching or uneven texture—stir gently on medium-low heat.
Q. How do you prevent your Frijoles Negros Colados from becoming too thick or grainy?
Blend the beans with just enough cooking liquid for a thick but pourable consistency, and cook slowly while stirring to avoid burning. This prevents the mixture from drying out or getting grainy, keeping the final dish silky and smooth.
Q. How many calories and what is the nutrition breakdown per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 150 kcal, with about 25g of carbohydrates (67% of calories), 7g of protein (19%), and 2g of fat (12%). This makes it a fiber-rich, low-fat vegetarian side.
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