Step 1

Set your pressure cooker to saute mode, and add oil to the inner pot.

Step 2

Add the onions, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot, and saute for about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the bay leaf and spices.

Step 4

Add the black beans and water, stirring to deglaze and incorporate the flavorful veggie bits from the bottom of the pot into the beans.

Step 5

Cancel saute mode, then close the lid, making sure the vent is set to sealing.

Step 6

Set the pot to manual or pressure cook mode on high pressure and increase the cook time to 35 minutes.

Step 7

When the cook time is finished, let the pressure release naturally.

Step 8

When the pressure has fully released, remove the lid of the pressure cooker, then gently stir the beans.

Step 9

Add lime juice and garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!