Recipe: Black Beans and Rice
Jan 12 |
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Black beans and rice is such a versatile side dish to pair with any type of meal, especially pork. Not only are beans and rice a healthy substitues for side dishes such as french fries, they are fairly simple to make - any way you like.
This featured recipes include a bounty of healthy vegetables as well to spice it up! Please comment with your favorite beans & rice recipe - I would love to try them.
Serves 6
You will need:
- Uncooked Converted White Rice - 1 cup
- Olive Oil - 1 tablespoon
- Onion, chopped - 1
- Green Bell Pepper, chopped - 1/2
- Red bell pepper, chopped - 1/2
- Cloves Garlic, minced - 3
- Cooked Black Beans - 1 can of 19 ounces
- White Vinegar - 2 tablespoon
- Cayenne - 1/4 teaspoon
- Fresh Oregano, chopped - 1 tablespoon
- Salt & Black Pepper to taste
- Lime Wedges
Preparation:
1. Cook converted white rice according to package instructions; fluff and let sit in pot 10 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet on medium high. Sauté onions and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes, until just beginning to soften, then add garlic and sauté a minute more.
3. Rinse the black beans and add to the pan along with; vinegar and cayenne. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Stir in rice and heat through. Remove pan from heat and stir in the oregano. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve with lime wedges to squeeze over rice.
