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Mexican Black Bean Sauce Recipe

Elevate your next Mexican meal with this incredibly flavorful black bean sauce! Rich, creamy, and subtly spicy, this easy 20-minute recipe is the perfect complement to chili rellenos, chicken breasts, fish, or any of your favorite entrees. Simply pool it onto your serving plate, top with your main dish, and savor the deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 208.1 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mexican Black Bean Sauce

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How to Make Mexican Black Bean Sauce

  1. Coat a 2-quart saucepan with vegetable oil spray and place over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and chopped shallots. Sauté for 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the white wine and sherry. Cook for 1 minute, allowing the alcohol to cook off slightly.
  4. Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans and 1 1/2 cups of broth.
  5. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until the beans are slightly softened.
  6. Carefully transfer the bean mixture to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.
  7. Pour the pureed beans back into the saucepan. Heat through gently. Stir in the chili powder and add more broth, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired creamy consistency.
  8. Season generously with cilantro, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Serve immediately as a delicious sauce for your favorite entree.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

2g

Carbs

8g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Healthy Sauces Condiments Etc Beans American Mexican Southwestern United States Tex Mex Easy Beginner Cook Low Fat Stove Top Dietary Spicy Low Cholesterol Low Saturated Fat Low Calorie Low Carb Black Beans Savory Sauces Low In Something Taste Mood Equipment Presentation Served Hot