Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs red peppers, stemmed, seeded, diced fine (4 medium)
  • 1 cup red onion, diced fine
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/3 cup white wine (fruity)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice or 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (fresh coriander)
  • salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 avocado, chopped for garnish (optional)

Method

  • Heath olive oil in a 10" skillet over moderate heat. Add peppers and onion and saute until vegetables start to soften, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Add garlic and saute 1 minute.
  • Add wine and oregano and cook 3-4 more minutes, until vegetables are tender, but still have bite.
  • Remove from heat, allow to cool slightly, then stir in beans, tabasco, lime juice and cilantro. Add salt and pepper, to taste. Add garnishes, if desired.