Cuban-Style Cristianos Y Moros (Congri)

Cuban-Style Cristianos Y Moros, also known as Congri, is a traditional Cuban dish that combines black beans and rice, creating a flavorful and satisfying meal.

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: 12.

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Cuban-Style Cristianos Y Moros (Congri)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Cuban Courses: Dinner, 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

• 1 cup Black beans
• 1 cup White rice
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cup Water

Instructions

1. Rinse the black beans and soak them overnight.
2. In a large pot, add the soaked beans, water, onion, green bell pepper, garlic cloves, olive oil, cumin, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 45 minutes or until the beans are tender.
4. While the beans are cooking, rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
5. In a separate pot, add the rinsed rice and 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
6. Once the beans and rice are cooked, combine them together and let them rest for 10 minutes.
7. Serve hot and 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 10g20%

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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.