Ginger Infused Black Beans Food

VEGAN COCONUT-GINGER BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• Rinse 1 can of black beans, and set aside. In a large saucepan, heat the coconut oil over medium. Add the cumin and half of the ginger and cook until fragrant, stirring constantly, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the rinsed black beans and the remaining whole can of black beans (including the liquid), and the coconut milk; season generously with salt and pepper.
• Bring to a boil over medium-high, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the beans are soft and the mixture is flavorful, 15 to 20 minutes. (If you want a thicker consistency, smash some of beans with the back of a spoon as the mixture cooks, and simmer longer.)
• Meanwhile, in a small bowl, crumble the plantain chips into bite-size pieces. Add the lime zest and a few generous grinds of black pepper, and stir to combine.
• Remove the beans from the heat. Stir in the remaining ginger and season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the lime juice a little at a time until the beans taste bright but the coconut flavor is still rich. Top with the seasoned plantain chips and serve with hot sauce for more kick.

GINGER INFUSED BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• Drain ginger in a colander over a bowl, reserving 1/4 cup ginger juice. Reserve the pickled ginger for another use.
• Heat oil over medium heat in a nonstick saucepan. Add onions, and saute 5 minutes Add garlic, saute one minute. Stir in salt and beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Stirring occasionally.
• Stir in ginger juice.

GINGER BLACK SESAME BEANS

Steps:

• Blanch the beans in salted water for five minutes until they're bright green. Toss in sesame seeds, ginger and dressing and serve.