Long Life Food of Costa Rica!! HUGE BREAKFAST + Secrets to Eating in Nicoya!!

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Kidney beans are lower in calories and can be less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides similar creaminess with fewer calories.

plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: bananas

Zucchini offers a lower-calorie substitute, while bananas are more affordable.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor.

Cook rice according to package instructions until tender.

Rinse and drain black beans if using canned.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Add cooked rice and black beans to the skillet, stirring to combine.

Mix in chopped cilantro and season with salt to taste, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.

In a separate pan, fry eggs to desired doneness.

Warm tortillas in a dry skillet until pliable, about 1-2 minutes.

Slice plantains and fry in oil until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Serve Gallo Pinto with fried eggs, tortillas, sour cream, cheese, and fried plantains.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens