Marinated Black Beans Food

MARINATED BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• Place beans in a large bowl with enough water to cover; let soak overnight. Drain beans and rinse; transfer to a large pot. Add enough water so that the ratio if water to beans is 2 to 1. Add carrot, celery, and onion to pot. Place cinnamon, cloves, and allspice in a piece of cheesecloth and tie with a piece of kitchen twine to enclose; add to pot. Cook beans over medium-high heat until tender, but not mushy.
• Add 1/2 cup salt, thyme, and rosemary to pot and let stand until completely cool; drain. Transfer beans to a large bowl, discarding vegetables and spice packet; set aside.
• Coat the bottom of a medium skillet with grapeseed oil. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add ginger and cook until lightly golden. Add chopped carrots, celery, and shallot; season with 2 teaspoons salt. Cook until vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and let cool. Add to beans.
• Heat sake in a small skillet over medium heat until reduce by half; transfer to a medium bowl. Whisk in soy sauce, rice-wine vinegar, and truffle juice; season with salt. Pour over bean mixture; stir to combine.

MARINATED WHITE BEANS

Steps:

• Combine the garlic and olive oil in a small skillet and set over low heat. Cook until the garlic begins to slowly sizzle, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes (don't let the garlic brown as it will become bitter). Increase the heat to medium and add the capers, lemon zest, rosemary, red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir to combine and return to a sizzle. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
• Combine the beans, tomato and parsley in a medium serving bowl. Drizzle the warm garlic oil over and toss well. Season with salt as desired.

MARINATED GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Fill a pot large enough to hold the green beans with water, place over high heat, and bring to a boil.
• While the water is heating, snap off the ends of the beans and rinse them in cold water. When the water comes to a boil, salt it generously (about 1 teaspoon per quart of water) and put in the beans. Cook until they are tender all the way through but not mushy, 8 to 10 minutes.
• While the beans are cooking, sliver the olives by slicing the flesh away from the pits. Lightly crush and peel the garlic cloves, shred the basil, and coarsely chop the oregano. Put the olives, garlic, basil, oregano, and capers in the salad bowl you will be using.
• When the beans are cooked, drain them well and add them to the salad bowl. Add the vinegar and toss. Add the olive oil, toss again, and taste for salt. Let stand at room temperature for about 3 hours and remove the garlic cloves before serving.

MARINATED BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• Combine first 8 ingredients in nonaluminum bowl;let stand at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
• (Can be prepared 2 days ahead, covered and refrigerated.).
• Just before serving, fold in avocado and season with salt to taste.

TEQUILA LIME MARINATED PRAWNS AND BLACK BEAN ANNATO AMARANTH WITH SWEET RED PEPPER OIL AND ROASTED POBLANO CREAM

Steps:

• To marinate the shrimp: Combine the oil, garlic, cilantro, lime, jalapeno, and tequila in a blender or food processor and blend on high speed until thoroughly mixed. Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
• Peel the prawns, leaving the tails on. Reserve the shells to make the Poblano cream (recipe below). Extract the 'veins' then lace the prawns onto 3 bamboo skewers (4 per skewer). Pour the reserved marinade into a shallow dish (or plastic bag). Add the shrimp and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, turning the shrimp once or twice.
• To make the red pepper oil: Bring a medium pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the peppers and cook until they are tender, about 12 minutes. Drain the peppers and put them in a blender or food processor. Puree the peppers at high speed then transfer to a medium skillet. Cook the puree over medium-high heat until it has reduced to a thick paste. Press the paste though a fine sieve, then return it to the blender or processor. Add the lime juice, then gradually incorporate the olive oil. Season the puree with salt and reserve.
• To make the black bean-annatto amaranth: Bring the chicken stock to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Stir in the annatto paste and the amaranth. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the amaranth is tender, about 20 minutes. Fold in the black beans and butter, then season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Keep warm over low heat or in a low oven.
• To make the roasted Poblano cream: Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat until just smoking. Add the garlic and reserved shrimp shells. Cook, stirring, until aromatic, 3 to 5 minutes. Carefully add the tequila (if the pan is very hot it may flare up). Simmer for about 5 minutes then add the heavy cream and cilantro. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced by half. Meanwhile, puree the Poblano peppers in a blender or food processor. Add the puree to the reduced cream mixture then simmer gently until the flavors blend. Strain the sauce through a fine sieve into a clean saucepan. Keep warm over very low heat.
• To cook the prawns: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the skewered prawns in the pan and cook until almost done, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the pan from the heat and carefully add the tequila. Return the pan to the heat and cook for about 3 minutes more, then season with salt and pepper.
• Spoon poblano cream into 3 shallow bowls. Mound amaranth over the cream (use a ring mold for a neater presentation). Take the shrimp from the skewers and arrange 4 on each portion. Drizzle pepper oil over each bowl and serve.

MARINATED GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH SPICY ORANGE VINAIGRETTE AND BLACK BEANS AND RICE

Steps:

• Place the soaked beans in a large saucepan, cover with water, add the ham hock and beer. Cook over medium-high heat until tender, about 11/2 hours. Drain. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until almost smoking. Add the onions and cook until soft. Add the rice and cook, stirring until it is coated with the oil, about 2 minutes. Add the water and 1 tablespoon salt, stir, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Place the basil, pine nuts and garlic in a food processor and process until smooth. Slowly add the oil to make a smooth paste. Combine the cooked rice and beans in a large saucepan and cover with water, cook over medium heat until almost dry. Add the pesto and stir to incorporate. Stir in the cheese, parsley and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Heat orange juice in a medium saucepan and reduce to 1/4 cup. Let cool slightly. Combine the orange syrup, vinegar, mustard and ancho chile powder in a blender and blend 30 seconds. With the motor running slowly add the oil until the dressing emulsifies. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Reserve 1/2 cup of the marinade, pour the remaining marinade into a large baking dish, add the tenderloin and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours. Preheat grill pan until almost smoking. Remove pork from marinade and grill for 10 to 12 minutes basting with the reserved marinade. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
• Spoon rice and beans onto a large platter, top with sliced pork and drizzle with Spicy Orange Vinaigrette.

MARINATED GREEN BEANS WITH OLIVES, TOMATOES, AND FETA

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over medium heat and drop in the green beans; cook until slightly tender, but still crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Immediately drain the green beans and plunge into ice water to stop the beans from cooking further. Drain the beans and place them in a shallow serving dish.
• Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook garlic in the oil for about 30 seconds. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the olives, tomatoes, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Pour mixture over green beans. Toss together until beans are evenly coated. Sprinkle feta cheese over the top and garnish with oregano sprigs. Chill at least 3 hours before serving.

MARINATED MIXED BEANS

Steps:

• Combine shallot and vinegar in a small bowl and let sit 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, mix herbs and oil in a large bowl to coat herbs. Add beans and red pepper and toss to combine. Season generously with salt.
• Add shallot mixture to bean mixture and toss gently to combine.
• Do Ahead
• Beans can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

MARINATED GREEN BEANS

Steps:

• Cook green beans in boiling water for 4- 5 minutes until tender, but still crisp.
• Drain, immerse in ice water till cool. Drain.
• Whisk vinegars, sugar, EVOO, salt and pepper together in a serving bowl. Add onion and green beans, stir together.
• Marinate in refrigerator for at least five hours. Shake it up once in awhile. Over night is even better.
• Enjoy.

MARINATED BALSAMIC BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• In a colander in the sink, add the corn, green beans, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, and black beans; rinse them well then let drain.
• In a large bowl combine the onion and remaining ingredients and the mixture in the colander and stir to coat.
• Transfer to a container with a cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, stirring or shaking occasionally.
• Note: also good with yellow wax beans and a bit of black olive added - I omit the corn and substitute the yellow wax beans.

MARINATED BLACK-EYED PEA SALAD

Steps:

• Mix the yellow and red peppers, onion, jalapeno chiles, black-eyed peas, parsley, and garlic together in a large bowl.
• Whisk the red wine vinegar and balsamic vinegar together in a small bowl. Gradually add the olive oil, whisking constantly to thoroughly blend with the vinegars. Stir in the cumin, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate 3 to 4 hours. Just before serving, stir in the crumbled bacon.

MARINATED GREEN BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Bring water to a boil in a pot. Add green beans and cook until just crisp-tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain and rinse immediately in cold water.
• Transfer green beans to a large bowl and stir in corn, black beans, tomatoes, celery, bell pepper, and onion.
• Mix apple cider vinegar, sugar, olive oil, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Pour over vegetables and stir to coat. Refrigerate, covered, for 4 hours, or up to overnight.

MARINATED THREE BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine ingredients in a bowl.
• Chill overnight.
• Toss before serving.

MARINATED BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Combine beans and peas in a large bowl. In a small bowl, combine the next nine ingredients; mix well. Pour over bean mixture and stir well. Cover and chill for at least 2 hours. Add onion rings just before serving. Serve with a slotted spoon.

MARINATED CORN AND BLACK BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• Place corn in colander and rinse with cool water to thaw. Drain well and place in large bowl.
• Chop (rinsed) green onions finely; add to corn.
• Stir in remaining ingredients; chill until ready to serve.

MARINATED BEANS WITH CELERY AND RICOTTA SALATA

Steps:

• Toss beans, celery, oil, vinegar, and 1 Tbsp. thyme in a large bowl to combine; season generously with salt.
• Just before serving, transfer beans to a shallow bowl and top with ricotta salata, pepper, and more thyme.
• Do Ahead
• Bean salad (without celery and ricotta salata) can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.

MARINATED THREE BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomato, onion, celery and peppers. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients; gently stir into bean mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours, stirring occasionally.

MARINATED FIVE BEAN SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, layer the beans, onion and green pepper. Set aside.
• In a small saucepan, mix the vinegar, SPLENDA® Granulated Sweetener, oil, mustard, tarragon and cilantro. Cook and stir over medium heat until sweetener has dissolved. Remove from heat and pour over bean mixture. Stir until all ingredients are coated. This is best if it is left to marinate for a few hours in the refrigerator, and stirred occasionally.