black beans in a pressure cooker

How To Make black beans in a pressure cooker

• 1

  In a 6-quart pressure cooker over medium-high heat, pour in 3 tablespoons oil.
• 2

  Add the ham hock and onions and cook until the onions are wilted and the ham hock is lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
• 3

  Throw in the garlic and bay leaf and cook for 1 minute more.
• 4

  Add the beans and give a good stir.
• 5

  Pour in the water; add the remaining tablespoon of oil, 1 tablespoon of salt, and a couple of grindings of pepper.
• 6

  Following the manufacturer's instructions, cover, lock the lid, and bring to high pressure. Lower heat to maintain pressure and start timing. Cook at high pressure for 25 minutes.
• 7

  Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
• 8

  Release the steam, again following the manufacturer's directions. If the beans are underdone, simmer them with the lid off until tender.
• 9

  Remove bay leaf and discard.
• 10

  Pick meat from ham hock and add to beans; discard the bone.
• 11

  Taste and adjust seasoning.
• 12

  Cook's note: The oil prevents the beans from foaming and clogging the steam vent of the pressure cooker.
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