Black beans: features and useful properties

Description

It becomes clear that most often the beans have a black color. It comes in a dark burgundy color - typical of the Kindi variety - or classic black (like the Preto variety). The latter forms the basis of Brazilian cuisine, and this national dish of Feijoada is already 300 years old! The beans are almost the same size and color, with a beautiful glossy and smooth surface. They have a fairly dense structure. Black beans are also endowed with a sweetish taste and have a pronounced smoked flavor. Another feature is its calorie content.

The content of carbohydrates in it is at the level of 73, 04%, proteins - 25, 3%, fats - 1, 66%. The total calorie content is 341 kcal. For comparison, in red beans this indicator is at the level of 284. Protein in the weight ratio is 8.9 grams (whereas in red beans it is 8, 4, and in white beans only 7, 0). The ash residue of the bean is 3.6 grams of non-combustible mineral components for every 100 grams of product. The amount of carbohydrates in grams is 62.30, and the amount of fiber is 15.5 grams. As for the number of minerals, beans contain 1483 mg of potassium, 352 mg of phosphorus, 170 mg of magnesium, 5.02 mg of iron and 3.65 mg of zinc. In total, experts have counted 23 trace elements in black beans. Black beans are rich in unsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids that accelerate lipid metabolism. It boasts the presence of beneficial vitamins such as vitamin B6, phylloquinone, folic and niacin.

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Benefit

If the beans have a black color, then they will certainly bring great benefits not only to lovers of Cuban cuisine, vegetarians and those who adhere to any diet. What are the beneficial properties of this vegetable?

Beans are a source of valuable protein. When using it, you should not worry about its lack in the body. It is recommended to combine beans with whole grains. Alternatively, brown rice is used. It also has a beneficial effect on the condition of bones, joints and muscles. This is possible due to the increased calcium content. It is also not as high in calories as the well-known meat. The omega-3 fatty acids that are part of the beans help to get rid of pain in the joint area. Black beans are rich in fiber, which helps remove toxins and waste products from the digestive tract. The introduction of such a product into the diet will make it possible to get rid of indigestion, heartburn, and constipation. Another vegetable is good for the heart. It is able to reduce the amount of bad cholesterol, thus preventing a heart attack. At the same time, the level of good cholesterol increases - thanks to omega-3. Beans of this type are an excellent assistant in replenishing the deficiency of important useful components in everyone's daily diet. It has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the brain, useful for the normal functioning of the nervous system.

Molybdenum, which is in it and is rarely found in other foods, is essential for our nerves. It is used as a prophylaxis against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases.Beans also help diabetics control the amount of sugar in their blood. Due to the presence of fiber, it is slowly absorbed by the body, the sugar level also increases gradually. Such a product is useful not only for diabetics, but also for pregnant women. Beans contain folic acid, which is important for the proper development of the fetus.

Fiber also helps to cope with constipation, which are frequent companions of pregnant women due to hormonal and physical changes. Beans contain 8 types of flavonoids. They are known for their powerful anti-cancer effects. Therefore, the inclusion of such a product in the diet allows for the prevention of cancer, in particular, intestinal tumors.

Storage rules

Store your favorite crop in a dry, dark and cool place in airtight containers. It is possible to keep beans in this state for up to 1 year. When buying beans at different times, it is recommended to keep each portion at home separately. As they can differ in the degree of dryness. It is best to store beans at home in rag bags or special containers.

Dishes made from beans should be placed in a lidded container in the refrigerator. Then they do not lose their exquisite taste and nutritional value within 3 days. You can cook a wide variety of interesting and delicious dishes. Puree hummus, bean and buckwheat soup, bean, pepper and tomato salad, soup with beans and sausage, Guatemalan soup, bean soup with chipotle peppers and crème fraîche with fried seeds, bread, burrito, chocolate pie, bean brownie with cayenne pepper and more. Boiled beans can be stored in the freezer for six months.

How to choose?

All year round, everyone can buy dried and canned beans. When choosing dried beans, it is worth checking whether they have cracks on the surface, whether they are damaged by insects, and whether they were reliably protected from moisture. Do a simple test. Good quality beans should sprinkle properly and not stick together. Don't buy dry beans that have passed their expiration date. Since they not only cook for a long time, but also lose a lot of useful substances.

When choosing a canned product, read the composition on the package. Ideally, it should contain nothing but beans, water, sugar and salt. Naturally, check the expiration date as well.

The poor quality of the product is usually indicated by the cloudy color of the brine, broken and damaged beans, any foreign matter.

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From the video you will learn about the benefits of black beans.