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Guatemalan Black Beans And Rice Recipe

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Description

Guatemalan black beans and rice recipe is a classic dish in Central American cuisine. It's a simple and easy-to-make recipe that is both nutritious and delicious. The dish consists of black beans, rice, vegetables, and spices that are cooked together to create a flavorful meal. This dish is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and can be easily customized to suit your taste.

Prep Time

The prep time for this dish is approximately 10-15 minutes. The time includes soaking the beans overnight in water.

Cook Time

The cook time for this dish is approximately 45-50 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of dried black beans
  • 1 cup of white rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • A large pot
  • A medium pot
  • A knife
  • A cutting board
  • A wooden spoon

Method

  1. Soak the black beans overnight in water.
  2. Drain and rinse the black beans.
  3. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the onion, garlic, green and red bell peppers, and tomato to the pot and cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
  5. Add the black beans to the pot and cover with water.
  6. Add cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 45-50 minutes or until the beans are tender.
  8. While the beans are cooking, cook the rice according to the package instructions in a separate pot.
  9. Once the beans are cooked, remove the pot from the heat.
  10. Serve the black beans over the white rice.

Notes

If you don't have time to soak the beans overnight, you can use canned black beans instead. Just drain and rinse the beans before using them in the recipe.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 381
  • Carbohydrates: 67g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Sodium: 26mg
  • Potassium: 806mg
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Vitamin A: 1648IU
  • Vitamin C: 70mg
  • Calcium: 84mg
  • Iron: 4mg

Recipe Tips

  • You can add more vegetables to this dish to make it even more nutritious. Some great options include carrots, celery, and zucchini.
  • If you want to add some heat to this dish, you can add a chopped jalapeno pepper or some hot sauce.
  • You can also add some shredded cheese or sour cream on top of the dish for added flavor.
  • This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Enjoy this delicious and nutritious Guatemalan black beans and rice recipe!


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