Black Beans & Rice Recipe
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4.9
Black Beans & Rice Recipe
Description
The Black Beans & Rice Recipe begins by sautéing finely chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil until translucent and fragrant. Ground cumin is added to introduce warm, earthy spice. Uncooked long grain or jasmine rice is combined with these aromatics and briefly sautéed before liquid from chicken broth and drained black beans is added. The mixture is brought to a boil, then covered and simmered until the rice is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
Finishing touches include a drizzle of olive oil, fresh lime juice, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or parsley. This adds brightness and a pleasant herbal note contrasting the savory, earthy beans and cumin-spiced rice. Seasoning with salt and pepper is adjusted at the end to taste.
This dish works well as a hearty vegetarian main if using vegetable broth, or a filling side for grilled meats or other proteins. It embodies comforting, homestyle flavors with a simple cooking process.
For added heat, chopped jalapeños, chili peppers, or cayenne pepper can be included according to preference.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ½ teaspoons cumin ground
- 2 cup white rice long grain or jasmine rice, uncooked
- 4 cups chicken broth or stock
- 2x 14 ounce cans black beans drained and rinsed
- 3-4 tablespoons lime juice (adjust to your tastes)
- 4 tablespoons Coriander or parsley, finely chopped to garnish
Instructions
- Heat oil in a stockpot or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté until onion is transparent. Add the garlic and sauté for a further minute. Add the cumin and rice, mix the flavours through and sauté for a further minute.
- Pour in the broth and beans, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender (stirring half way through).
- Remove from heat and drizzle with a small amount of olive oil (about 2 teaspoons), lime juice and cilantro. Taste test; season with a little salt and pepper, only if needed and as desired.
Notes
- For spicier flavor, add chopped jalapeños, chili peppers, or cayenne pepper.
- This recipe is an original from Cafe Delites.
- Use chicken broth or stock, or substitute with vegetable broth to make vegetarian.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8serves (as a side)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 440mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 329mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 14IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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