Video: How to Quick Soak Black Beans

Overwhelmed by the thought of soaking black beans? Don't be! Most people cook with raw beans (versus canned) for one of two reasons: to save money or to get the full health benefit out of every pod. Whatever you're reason, soaking beans is easier than you think. All you need is water, lemon juice or vinegar, and time. 

In this quick cooking video, TLK vlogger Melissa Bailey walks you through the process of quick soaking black beans. Got a minute? That's all it takes to watch and learn!

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Now that you know how to quick soak black beans, try it in one of our favorite recipes: Cuban Pork and Black Beans, Black Bean and Sausage Soup, and Steak and Black Bean Chalupas. 

Melissa Bailey, amateur chef and the award winning blogger behind HungryFoodLove.com, is spicing up The Latin Kitchen with a series of fun, one-minute videos that teach you how to easily work with your favorite Latin ingredients and cook your favorite Latin recipes. Born and raised in the Dominican Republic, Melissa now lives in upstate New York with her husband and daughter. In 2013 she was named Best Latin@ Food Blogger by LATISM, a national non-profit that recognizes the best Latino influencers in the digital space. Her blog was also voted number 5 top recipe blog in TheKitchn’s 2013 annual Homies Awards. In addition to offering tasty recipes, HungryFoodLove.com raises awareness and funds that provide aid to impoverished children in the Dominican Republic.