Wash the beans. In the instant pot, add the dry beans then 8 cups of water. Cook for 30 minutes. It will take the instant pot about 8-10 minutes to come to temperature.When the timer goes off, quick release. Strain the beans using a sieve and reserve the water. Do not throw the water away! Set both the water and the beans aside.Wash the cornmeal in a sieve until the water runs clear. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the oil, and onions, half of the epis about (¼ cup). Stir and cook for 30 seconds. Add the beans. Stir lightly.Then add the cornmeal. Next, add the rest of the Epis and salt. Give it a quick stir.Add the liquid used to cook the beans. Stir from the bottom to the top. This will help the cornmeal not stick to the bottom.
Cover and reduce the heat to medium low. Stir every 5-7 minutes from the bottom up to avoid sticking. After 20 minutes. Let stir then cover, allow to simmer for 5 minutes.Serve warm and enjoy!
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