Homemade Black Beans (Bibibop-Style)

Name: Homemade Black Beans (Bibibop-Style)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 15 Ounce Can Black Beans (DO NOT drain); 1 Bay Leaf; 1/4 Teaspoon Salt

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These homemade black beans are inspired by the simple black beans served at Bibibop. A classic pan-cooked bean you can add to any meal prep bowl.

A bowl of homemade black beans, next to two bibibop-style bowls.

Welcome to my homemade Bibibop series!

I'm recreating Bibibop favorites, inspired by ingredients that Bibibop actually uses. Easily made at home - for the flavors you love about Bibibop. Cheaper, meal-preppable, and restaurant-style at any time!

These are my homemade black beans. These beans are quite similar to many homemade black bean dishes - the method is exactly the same as my Chipotle-style black beans.

But compared to the bolder beans from Chipotle, Bibibop's black beans have a pretty neutral flavor. So these beans just get a bay leaf and salt for depth of flavor. And then 10 minutes on the stove! So simple.

Check out my other homemade Bibibop recipes

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Why You'll Love These Homemade Black Beans
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Step-By-Step Instructions
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Why You'll Love These Homemade Black Beans

Easy Meal Prep - a really simple way to jazz up black beans for meal prep
Bibibop Inspired - if you order black beans at Bibibop, you can recreate your favorite bowls!
Budget Friendly - canned beans make this an inexpensive way to add plant-based protein.
Dietary needs - these beans are totally vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar free, oil-free

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Black Beans: used canned beans! For this recipe we'll use the entire contents - liquid and all - of the can of beans
Bay Leaf: for a subtle savory flavor
Salt

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1. Add the entire can of beans, including the liquid, along with the salt and bay leaf, to a medium pan. Simmer on medium low for 10-15 minutes until the liquid has thickened.

Bibibop style black beans step 1 - add all the ingredients to a pan and cook.

FAQ & Expert Tips

Can I make these black beans ahead of time?

Yes! Beans are a great make-ahead / meal prep option. Reheat on the stove with a splash of water or in the microwave.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Do I need to drain and rinse canned black beans?

For this recipe, no. We'll use the entire can of beans, liquid included, to get the deeper flavor and soft texture.

Recipe Prayer

Thank you God for these beans, thank you homemade versions of our favorite foods.

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