What's For Dinner? | Moros y Cristianos Recipe | COOKBOOK COLLAB | Cuban Staple - Rice and Beans!

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and effort while still providing protein.

Soak black beans overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and green bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and oregano; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add soaked black beans, bay leaves, and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

Remove bay leaves and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

In a separate pot, combine white rice and water; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked, about 18-20 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and mix in cooked black beans.

Serve with lime wedges, chopped cilantro, and optional toppings like sour cream and avocado.

Cooking Techniques

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