5 Spice Asian Black Beans

A deliciously fresh twist on black beans. This Asian inspired super quick lunch or dinner dish involving the nutrient rich black bean is perfect with a nice bowl of jasmine rice and loads of greens.

Ingredients:

1 x tin of black beans
1-2 tsp Chinese 5 spice blend
1 clove of garlic crushed
1/2 onion diced
A big handful of corriander

Steamed jasmine or brown rice

Steamed green vegetables of choice

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Instructions:

1. Mash 1/2 of the black beans including their juice

2. To a pan with a little oil add the garlic and onion and sauté for a few minutes

3. Add the 5 spice blend

4. Add the whole beans and the mashed with juice to the pan

5. Bring all ingredients together, if it is a little dry add a dash of water

6. Season with a little salt and pepper

7. Serve with rice, a big handful of chopped corriander, extra child if you wish and loads of steamed greens or a salad
   

   Enjoy!

   JC.