How to Make Rice and Beans - Recipe & Tutorial (With Bonus Sofrito Recipe!)

black beans

🥗Healthier: pinto beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and cost while maintaining flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Using water reduces costs and is a common substitution.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Bell peppers are milder and often cheaper.

Combine all ingredients, except for the rice, in a large pot and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Once boiling, add your rice and stir.

Then cover and cook over low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring, at most, one time during cooking.

Cooking Techniques

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