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Black Beans and Rice

Black Beans and Rice: 5 Comforting Flavors to Adore

  • Author: emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Boiling and sautéing
  • Cuisine: Latin American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and nutritious dish made with black beans and rice.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup rice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the black beans and soak them overnight.
  2. Drain the beans and add them to a pot with water.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  4. In another pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  5. Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
  6. Add cumin, salt, and pepper, and stir.
  7. Add rice and stir to coat.
  8. Add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  9. Cover and reduce heat to low, simmer for 20 minutes.
  10. Combine cooked beans and rice, mix well and serve.

Notes

  • Use canned black beans for quicker preparation.
  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Serve with avocado or salsa for extra flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Black Beans and Rice