Black beans are rich in dietary fiber, which can promote bowel movement and digestion. In addition, black beans are rich in anthocyanins, vitamins, and other antioxidant components, and they also have anti-aging and beauty effects. Lastly, black beans are a classic food ingredient for nourishing the kidneys. Black beans have many benefits and are delicious when cooked until soft. But the key is how to cook black beans so that they become soft easily.
How to Cook Black Beans Easily
People with some cooking experience know that even if black beans are cooked directly, even with high or low heat simmering for 2 hours, they are still not easy to become soft. So, how can we cook black beans quickly until they become soft? The key is in the preparation before cooking.
Soak the black beans overnight before cooking, and the black beans will become soft easily the next day. In hot weather, it is important to soak them in the refrigerator.
How to Cook Black Beans Quickly
If you don't have time to soak the black beans and want to cook them quickly until they become soft, there are two methods:
1. Cook the black beans in a pressure cooker. The pressure in the pressure cooker is strong and can easily soften the black beans.
2. Stir-fry the black beans in a frying pan for about 15 minutes until they have a fragrant smell. Then, add water and cook them in a rice cooker. This method makes them softer easily.
Why Are Black Beans Difficult to Cook Until Soft
It is mainly because black beans have a higher content of coarse fiber, and their structure is denser when they are dried. In addition, the particles of black beans are larger compared to ordinary rice grains, mung beans, and red beans, making them difficult to become soft when cooked.
High Nutritional Value of Black Bean Soy Milk
If you want to save time and want to eat black beans temporarily, you can make black bean soy milk.
Ingredients: 80g black beans, 40g black sesame seeds, 30g goji berries, 30g red dates, 100g glutinous rice.
Instructions: 1. Wash all the ingredients thoroughly and soak them in warm water for half an hour. 2. Remove the ingredients from the water and put them all into a juicer, then add 2 cups of water and blend into a paste. 3. Pour the black bean soy milk into a pot and boil it over high heat, then it can be consumed.
Effects: Rich in dietary fiber, promotes bowel movement; rich in vitamin E, maintains intestinal health, and prevents constipation.
Multiple Benefits of Vinegar-Soaked Black Beans
Vinegar-soaked black beans are also a relatively simple way to prepare black beans, and they can be eaten as a flavorful snack.
Instructions: Soak 600g of dried black beans together with 600ml of brown rice vinegar and 300g of rock sugar in a clean glass container. Seal the container and let it ferment for 45 days to 4 months. The vinegar-soaked black beans are now ready.
Effects: Nourishes the yin and tonifies the kidneys, lubricates the intestines and promotes bowel movements, and nourishes the skin and improves eyesight.
