{"product_id":"fresh-organic-black-shelling-beans","title":"Black Beans - 3 or 5lb Box","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page-width rte\" style=\"max-width: 850px; margin: 0 auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable in 3 lb and 5 lb Boxes\u003c\/strong\u003e · \u003cstrong\u003eHarvested to Order · Ships Nationwide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Organic Black Beans\u003c\/strong\u003e are harvested at the shelling stage, before they have fully dried. They have a tender, creamy texture and the rich, earthy flavor associated with black beans, but cook much faster than dried beans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh black beans require no soaking and generally cook in approximately 20–30 minutes. Use them in Mexican, Caribbean, Central American, South American, and Southwestern dishes, including soups, stews, rice and beans, tacos, salads, dips, and side dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese are fresh shelling beans for cooking and eating. The pods are not edible, and we do not sell seeds or plants.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Do Fresh Black Beans Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh black beans have a rich, earthy flavor with a mild sweetness and a smooth, creamy interior. Compared with dried black beans, their texture is especially tender and their flavor is fresh and nuanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey pair well with rice, corn, tomatoes, onions, garlic, chile peppers, cilantro, cumin, lime, winter squash, sweet potatoes, pork, chicken, seafood, and crumbly or aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use Fresh Black Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bean soups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuban-style black beans and rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRice bowls, grain bowls, and salads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTacos, tostadas, burritos, and quesadillas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bean salsa or dip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChili and braised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide dishes seasoned with garlic, cumin, chile, or lime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Cook Fresh Black Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the beans from their pods and rinse them under cool water. Place them in a pot and cover with fresh water or broth by approximately two inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring to a gentle simmer and cook for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, or until creamy and tender. Cooking time will vary depending on the beans' maturity and your preferred texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo soaking is required.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the beans at a gentle simmer to help them cook evenly while retaining their shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFresh Black Beans vs. Dried Black Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh black beans are harvested before they have dried completely inside their pods. They contain more moisture than dried beans, giving them a softer texture and considerably shorter cooking time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike dried black beans, fresh shelling beans do not need to be soaked overnight. Simply shell, rinse, simmer, and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Freeze Fresh Black Beans\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh black beans can be frozen for use after their short harvest season has ended. Shell the beans, rinse them, and blanch them briefly in boiling water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransfer the beans to ice water, drain thoroughly, and package them in freezer-safe containers or bags. Frozen fresh beans can be added directly to soups, stews, and braised dishes without thawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh black beans are harvested to order and shipped directly from Norwich Meadows Farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping schedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders placed by Thursday at 12 p.m. ship Monday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrders placed by Sunday at 12 p.m. ship Wednesday.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrders are shipped nationwide. Availability is limited to the fresh shelling bean harvest season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Norwich Meadows Farm","offers":[{"title":"3 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52367942025517,"sku":"FRBB3-8","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb Box — In the Pod","offer_id":52367942058285,"sku":"FRBB5-8","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/0592\/0813\/files\/IMG_5795.jpg?v=1785968073","url":"https:\/\/norwichmeadowsfarm.com\/products\/fresh-organic-black-shelling-beans","provider":"Norwich Meadows Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}