79 Reviews of Frijoles Negros (Cuban black beans)

From: sugarpea

On Aug 10, 2003

Fixed these just the way you directed. Then I put them in the food processor w/ a little lime juice and made the perfect lunch tortilla. Thank you. These will be a regular on my menu!

From: Folk Dancer

On May 26, 2003

Superb. I sliced some grape tomatoes in half and added them in with the garlic. I also added a dash of cayenne pepper while the dish was simmering. It was great.

From: Kiwiwife

On Aug 22, 2006

OK I live in the heavily cuban South Florida area and I never have had beans this good!! I am always dubious about ordering them out anyway because they're often made with lard. I will look no further for any other recipes. Spice and balance was perfect! I made this as my dinner and after my hubby finished his tacos, I begged him just to try. I am submitting a photo of what's left! Mr. Carnivious would've polished them off if I'd have let him. GREAT recipe, worth more stars! Thanks!

From: ratherbeswimmin'

On Mar 2, 2003

Ay Caramba is right!! These beans are delicious. I followed your directions exactly and they were very well seasoned. The cumin and garlic give great flavor with a little zing from the vinegar. I followed your suggestion and served over seasoned rice. Thanks Carol.

From: Chef #1201009

On Sep 10, 2009

While I found this recipe to be superb I noticed a glaring error in the preparation. As a native cuban-american, I have eaten black beans, among others, all my life and when I first noticed the image provided for the recipe, something seemed wrong. They are way too thick on first glance. I did not think much until I made the beans... When making beans out of the can, for every can used you MUST use an equal amount of water, you can use the empty can for the water. If you don't, your result is much like the picture, way to sticky and dry (although still tasty). By making that simple adjustment, your result worlds better.

From: yogi

On Mar 25, 2003

Great black beans! This was very easy and the spices were wonderful. I added 2 minced habanero peppers to the onion and peppers but only because I was craving something really spicy. I'm so glad you suggested serving over rice with lime juice! The lime juice was a fantastic addition!!! Thanks Carol.

From: MIZZMILA

On Oct 14, 2007

This was delicious but adding a half packet of Goya Sazon took this to an even higher level. Thanks for sharing this recipe!

From: BerrySweet

On Feb 11, 2008

Nice beans. I added a can of tomatoes with green chiles to add a little more flavor and moisture. Next time I'd add a jalapeno, too.

From: Solamega

On Jun 2, 2008

This is the first recipe I tried on RecipeZaar and I followed the recipe exactly. It was very delicious, my family could not get enough. This is a recipe I will definitely incorporate into our meal plans! Thank you for sharing!

From: MechanicalJen

On Mar 6, 2008

Quite good! I used red kidney beans instead of black beans (its what I had in the cabinets). Other than that, I followed the recipe to a T - halving it. I stuffed the beans into a pita bread (gotta let the fluid drain out for a minute, otherwise the bread gets very soggy). Economical, simple, tasty. Thanks!