Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice and Beans)
Rice and beans are a staple in Latin American cuisine. This dish of sautéed rice with black beans is a breakfast mainstay in Costa Rica. It is enriched with a sofrito prepared with onion, pepper and garlic.
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Nut Free
Soy Free
All of our recipes are oil free and vegan.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
What You'll Need
4 cups cooked brown rice
2 cups cooked black beans, drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbsp bean water or vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Cilantro to taste, chopped
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How to Make It
1 In a medium saucepan, sauté the onion and bell pepper over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes.
2 Add the rice, beans, garlic, and bean water and sauté for 5 minutes.
3 Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4 Add cilantro and mix well before serving
Cooking Tips
Cook the rice the previous day for better results.
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