Experience the vibrant flavors of Cuba with Moros y Cristianos, a delicious blend of black beans and rice. This simplified version brings the essence of the Caribbean into your kitchen with minimal effort, perfect for when you crave a quick yet authentic side dish.
Ingredients
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil brand unspecified
🍚 1 cup Jasmine rice brand unspecified
🫘 1 can 15 oz Goya Black Beans, undrained
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt brand unspecified
🌶️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper brand unspecified
🌿 1/2 teaspoon cumin brand unspecified
🍃 1/2 teaspoon oregano brand unspecified
🧅 1/4 of a medium onion, roughly chopped
🫑 1/4 of a medium green bell pepper, roughly chopped
🧄 1 garlic clove
🌿 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
💧 1 cup water
🌿 1 bay leaf
Instructions
1- Prepare Aromatics:
- In a compact electric food chopper, finely mince 1/4 chopped onion, 1/4 green bell pepper, 1 garlic clove, and 2 tablespoons of fresh cilantro to create a fragrant aromatic mix.
2- Heat Oil & Sauté Rice:
- In a large, seasoned cast iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add 1 cup of jasmine rice, stirring until each grain is well-coated with oil.
3- Add Beans and Spices:
- Pour in the entire can of Goya Black Beans with its liquid.
- Stir to combine, then add 1/2 teaspoon each of salt, black pepper, cumin, and oregano.
- Mix well to ensure even seasoning.
4- Incorporate Sofrito & Water:
- Mix the aromatic blend into the skillet, ensuring everything is well combined.
- Add exactly 1 cup of water and stir.
5- Add Bay Leaf & Boil:
- Insert the bay leaf into the mixture.
- Increase the heat to bring the skillet's contents to a strong boil.
6- Simmer:
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to its lowest setting.
- Cover the skillet with a glass lid and allow it to simmer for 20 minutes.
7- Finish:
- After 20 minutes, remove the lid.
- Using a fork, fluff the rice and black beans gently.
- Remove the bay leaf to avoid its strong flavor overpowering the dish.
8- Serve:
- Your Moros y Cristianos is ready.
- Serve it hot as a side, garnished with extra fresh cilantro or mint for added freshness.
Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 250 per serving
Proteins: 7g per serving
Fats: 4g per serving
Carbohydrates: 45g per serving
Equipment:
- Compact Electric Food Chopper brand unspecified
- Large Cast Iron Skillet brand unspecified
- Wooden Spoon brand unspecified
- Measuring Cups and Spoons brand unspecified
- Glass Lid brand unspecified
- Fork brand unspecified
Cooking Tips
- Using a food chopper provides a quick and efficient way to mix your aromatics, creating a fresh sofrito that enhances the dish's flavor.
- Do not drain the black beans as the liquid is essential for a rich color and moist texture.
- Accurate water measurement is crucial; the liquid from the beans contributes to perfect rice cooking consistency.
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