Also known as the black turtle bean, the black bean is basically synonymous with Latin American cuisine, particularly the traditional dish frijoles negros, which translates to “black beans” and is usually served with rice. The name “turtle bean” comes from the legume’s hard shell.
The black bean originated in the Americas, but its use didn’t really spread to the United States until the mid-1800s, after the Mexican-American War. Today, though, it's popular worldwide. Black beans are a great source of soluble fiber, folate (vitamin B9), iron, magnesium, and phosphorus, and their high protein content makes them a fantastic choice for vegetarian or vegan diets.
Although black beans are best known in the US as part of savory Latin American dishes, there’s so much more you can do with them! For example, black beans sticky rice is a Thai dessert made with black beans, rice, coconut milk, and palm sugar. And while our organic black beans are a great meat substitute, Our Azure family loves them in meat dishes, too. Pair with sweet potatoes as a flavorful and filling base for veggie tacos, or mix them in with your favorite taco meat for a more traditional dish!
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