frijoles negros

American  

[free-hoh-lays nay-grohs, free-hoh-layz nay-grohz] / friˈhoʊˌleɪs ˈneɪ groʊs, friˈhoʊˌleɪz ˈneɪ groʊz /

noun

1. black beans cooked and seasoned with onion, garlic, and other herbs, often served alone as a soup or as a filling in other dishes.

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frijoles negros

Mexican cooks infuse frijoles negros de olla with chiles for a touch of heat.

From Washington Post ● Jan. 13, 2022

“But there’s no denying it: I am Cuban. I am as much frijoles negros as I am Bruce Springsteen.”

From New York Times ● Jul. 20, 2015