Cuban Beans and Rice

Cuban beans and rice, also known as Moros y Cristianos, is a traditional dish in Cuban cuisine that represents the fusion of Spanish and African culinary influences.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Cuban Beans and Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Cuban Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black beans
• 1 cup White rice
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 2 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 4 unit Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the black beans and soak them overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
3. Add cumin powder, oregano, and bay leaf. Stir for a minute.
4. Drain the soaked black beans and add them to the pot. Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 45 minutes or until beans are tender.
5. While the beans are cooking, cook the rice separately according to package instructions.
6. Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaf and season with salt and black pepper.
7. Serve the beans over a bed of rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.