Puerto Rican Red Beans and Rice

Red beans and rice is a traditional dish in many cultures, including Puerto Rican cuisine. It is often enjoyed as a staple food and is known for its rich flavor and hearty texture.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Puerto Rican Red Beans and Rice

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Red kidney beans
• 1 cup White rice
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Green bell pepper
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse the red kidney beans and soak them in water overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until vegetables are softened.
4. Drain the soaked beans and add them to the pot along with bay leaves.
5. Add enough water to cover the beans and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender.
7. In a separate pot, cook white rice according to package instructions.
8. Once the beans are cooked, remove the bay leaves and stir in cilantro, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
9. Serve the red beans over the cooked rice.
10. Let the dish rest for 10 minutes before serving.

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.