Alexis Adams
@aasoul14
Cuban Black Beans and Rice
A flavorful and hearty dish featuring kidney beans and rice, seasoned with sautéed onions, bell peppers, and garlic. This Cuban-inspired recipe is perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
Details
- Cuisine:latin-american
- Meal Type:dinner
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:8
- Views:4
Recipe Information
- Prep time15 min.
- Cook time50 min.
- Total time65 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 cup
- 1
- 2 cloves
- 1 teaspoon
- 4 tablespoons
- 1 (15.25 ounce) can
- 1 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Cuban Black Beans and Rice.
Step 1
Start by warming a generous splash of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the chopped onion, diced green bell pepper, and minced garlic.
Step 3
Sauté these vibrant ingredients until the onion turns a lovely translucent shade, filling your kitchen with a delightful aroma.
Step 4
Next, sprinkle in some salt and stir in the rich tomato paste, allowing the mixture to simmer on low heat for about two minutes to meld those flavors beautifully.
Step 5
Now, it’s time to add the drained kidney beans and uncooked rice to the saucepan, giving everything a good stir to combine.
Step 6
For the next step, take the reserved liquid from the beans and pour it into a measuring cup.
Step 7
Add enough water to reach a total of 2 1/2 cups, then pour this flavorful mixture into the saucepan with the beans and rice.
Step 8
Cover the saucepan with a lid and let it cook on low heat for 45 to 50 minutes.
Step 9
During this time, the rice will absorb the liquid, becoming tender and fluffy, while the beans soak up all those delicious flavors.
Step 10
When the time is up, lift the lid and enjoy the comforting aroma of your dish, ready to be served and savored!.