Black Bean and Mango Sauce

This recipe is suitable for a: vegetarian/vegan diet.

Category: Condiments, Dressings, Spreads




Ingredients:
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2 Tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chopped white onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tablespoons minced bell pepper
2 Tablespoons minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 cups cooked or canned, drained black beans
4 Tablespoons lime juice
1 cup pitted and chopped, fresh, ripe mango

Garnish:
lime wedges
chopped green onions
chopped fresh cilantro




Instructions:
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Heat oil in a large frying pan. Add onions, garlic, bell pepper, ginger, and cumin and sauté until onions are soft, about 3 minutes. Turn heat to low and add beans and lime juice. Sauté for 5 more minutes or until beans are heated. Add the mango and stir and mash for 5 more minutes. Serve immediately. Garnish with lime wedges, chopped green onions, and fresh cilantro.




Additional Comments:
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From The Vegetarian Resource Group - http://www.vrg.org

Served over rice, this makes a wonderful entrée! Or, serve over steamed quinoa, barley, or couscous. This sauce also makes a great basis for a Carib-bean chowder; just allow it to cook a bit longer to reduce and add cooked, diced potatoes, cut corn, and green peas.



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