15+ Traditional Cuban Side Dishes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 65kcal
Round out your meal with these 15+ flavorful Cuban side dishes that capture the taste of the island's culinary culture. Take the stress out of meal planning and find your next perfect accompaniment to any main course here! Try this easy Cuban Black Beans recipe. It’s a low-fuss skillet recipe that’s quick and easy, and made with warm and smoky flavors.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 15-ounce cans black beans (drained and rinsed) (about 3 cups)
- 1/3 cup bone broth or chicken stock or water
- 1 Tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro to garnish (optional)
- 1/4-1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and cook for 5-6 minutes, until softened.
- Add the garlic and cumin and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Add the black beans and broth or water to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, until warmed through.
- Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- If desired, top with cilantro and queso fresco.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Store the leftover Mexican black beans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
You can also freeze them for up to 6 months without sacrificing taste or texture. I like freezing black beans in small portion containers for the ease of thawing as much as I need for other recipes.
Nutrition
Calories: 65kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 138IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 0.5mg