how to cook black beans from can

To cook black beans from a can, start by sautéing aromatics such as onions, garlic, and optionally jalapeños or tomatoes in olive oil over medium-high heat. Then add the canned black beans with their liquid to the pan and bring to a simmer. Let them cook for about 5-10 minutes to heat through and to blend the flavors. Remove from heat, stir in lime juice, season with salt to taste, and garnish with cilantro if desired. This process improves the flavor and texture significantly compared to eating the beans straight from the can. Here is a simple step-by-step guide:

1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
2. Sauté about half a minced onion, some garlic, and optionally diced tomato or jalapeño for 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add one (15-ounce) can of black beans, including the liquid, and bring to a simmer.
4. Let simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water or broth if more liquid is desired.
5. Remove from heat and stir in about 1 tablespoon of lime juice.
6. Season with salt as needed.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro if you like.

This quick cooking method enhances canned black beans for use in side dishes, tacos, burritos, or salads with minimal effort and time.