Nov 12, 2014 · The unique black and white hued Orca beans are a small, tasty, heirloom variety bean high in both fiber and iron. These beautiful beans retain their shape & color well when cooked and taste wonderfully in everything from soups, salads and stews.

To cook orca beans, soak them in water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain, rinse, and then boil them in fresh water or vegetable broth. Simmer until tender.

Jun 23, 2018 · Cooking the orca beans in the pressure cooker. The taste of this orca heirloom beans is very good. They preserve their distinctive color after cooking. You can use these beans to prepare sides dishes, in soups and stews and to add to salads. The Orca heirloom beans are also called Calypso, Yin-Yang and Vaquero

Apr 4, 2016 · orca beans with avocado, cilantro and pickled red onions. makes about 10-12 servings. 1 pound dried orca beans. 2 tablespoons olive oil. 1 cup chopped white or yellow onion. 5 cloves of garlic, minced. 3 bay leaves. ham bone, optional. salt. black pepper. toppings: ripe avocado, chopped cilantro, pickled red onions, a few dashes of hot sauce

Oct 3, 2015 · A flavorful chili with a slight kick, serve this Orca Bean Chili with fresh cornbread and a sprinkling of cheddar cheese.

Oct 17, 2014 · Orca beans, also known as calypso beans, are a small and tasty heirloom bean, gorgeously dappled in black and white. High in fiber and iron, orca beans are terrific in salads, soups and side dishes. Unlike many beautiful beans, Orca beans hold their lovely markings after cooking, making them a lovely addition to your dishes.

Placed the Orca beans in a deep bowl and cover with fresh cold water by 2 inches. Place in the refrigerator and let soak overnight. Drain and rinse well before using. In a large soup pot over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, garlic, onion, and …

Apr 29, 2016 · Wonderous dried beans deliver lots of flavor, protein and are easy to cook. Blended with mangoes, oranges and avocados, lime juice and jalapeno peppers they become even tastier. Rinsed and cooked in water with salt and pepper….drained and cooled down…..

Sep 26, 2015 · 4 cups cooked orca beans (cooked with onions and garlic) 1/3 cup vegetable oil. 1/4 cup rice vinegar. juice of one fresh lime. 1/4 cup chopped onion. 1 clove garlic minced. 2 teaspoons dried parsley. 1 large tomato, chopped. salt and freshly ground cracked black pepper. Cook beans according to package directions.

Nov 12, 2014 · It's a nice spicy side dish, a great topping for a taco, and it's perfect perched atop a tortilla chip. The corn adds a nice sweetness, the beans add a creaminess, and the pepper adds that kick you're looking for. 1/4 red onion, diced. 1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced. 1 cucumber, peeled and diced. 1 4-inch piece of celery stalk, diced.