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Charred Black Bean Grain Bowl

Our tested Charred Black Bean Grain Bowl: charred, generous, and balanced with cumin and coriander. Serves 4 people with plenty to go around.

4.5 from 3,119 cooks
Prep30 min
Cook25 min
Serves4
LevelEasy
Free to cook
Charred Black Bean Grain Bowl
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the cumin and coriander elements, and pat the black bean dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the black beans and char until it takes on colour and the edges catch, 4 to 6 minutes.

Stir in the sumac and the rest of the cumin and coriander flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the kale along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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