YIELD Makes about 1-1/2 cups
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INGREDIENTS

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, undrained
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 drops hot pepper sauce
3/4 cup minced white onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained

PREPARATION:

  1. Drain beans, reserving 2 tablespoons liquid. Combine drained beans, reserved liquid, chili powder, salt, black pepper, cumin and hot pepper sauce in blender or food processor; process until smooth.
  2. Combine onion and garlic in nonstick skillet or saucepan; cover and cook over low heat until onion is soft and translucent. Uncover and cook until slightly browned. Add chilies and cook 3 minutes more. Add bean mixture and mix well.
Note
Black Bean Dip can be served (hot or cold) as a dip for tortilla chips or cut-up fresh vegetables.
This recipe appears in: Tiny Seafood Tostadas with Black Bean Dip  /  Mexican
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving Size: 1 tablespoon dip
Fiber 1 g
Carbohydrate 4 g
Saturated Fat <1 g
Total Fat <1 g
Calories from Fat 7 %
Calories 18
Protein 2 g
Sodium 134 mg
DIETARY EXCHANGE:
Starch 1/2