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Black Beans and Rice

Black beans and rice is a classic dish that brings…
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cupsuncooked ricesee note
  • 1 1/2 cupsblack beanssee note
  • 1 tablespoonolive oil
  • 3 garlic clovesminced
  • 1 medium yellow onionchopped
  • 1 green bell pepperchopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoonground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoondried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoonsalt
  • 1/4 teaspoonblack pepper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook 2 cups uncooked rice according to the package instructions; keep warm.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  3. Add 1 medium chopped yellow onion and 1 chopped green bell pepper. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 4–6 minutes.
  4. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook, stirring, for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin and ½ teaspoon dried oregano. Stir and cook with the vegetables for about 1–2 minutes to bloom the spices.
  6. Add 1 ½ cups black beans (drained and rinsed if using canned) and the cooked rice to the skillet. Stir gently to combine and cook until everything is heated through, about 2–4 minutes.
  7. Stir in ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Taste and, if needed, adjust seasoning.
  8. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes

You can use long-grain white rice, brown rice or Jasmin rice. Even minute rice works!
If you are using long-grain rice, brown rice or Jasmin: heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pot. Add rice and toast it for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often. When you noticed that some of the grains become light brown, add warm tap water (1.25 cups of water per 1 cup or rice). Stir and cover. Cook over medium heat, for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove the lid and fluffy the rice immediately with a fork. Chill till the next day or use it in the recipe the same day.
If you are using canned beans, use two cans. Rinse and drain the beans well.
Please note, that the nutrition value can vary depending on what product you use. The information below is an estimate. Always use calorie counter you are familiar with.