Delicious Cuban Bowl Recipe: Taste a Combination You'll Never Forget!

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Lentils are high in protein and fiber, while chickpeas are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola is more budget-friendly.

white rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: brown rice

Quinoa is a complete protein, while brown rice is often less expensive.

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while thighs are cheaper than breasts.

Cut chicken breasts into chunks.

Prepare marinade with 4 cloves of garlic, 2 tablespoons of cumin, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 tablespoon of dried oregano, zest and juice of 1 lime, and zest of 1 orange.

Blend marinade and reserve half for later.

Marinate chicken in the marinade for 30 minutes to overnight.

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

Add 1/2 chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add 2-3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for another 30 seconds.

Add 1 can of drained black beans, 2 teaspoons of cumin, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; mix and cook for 5-10 minutes.

Mash half of the black beans and mix with the rest.

Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.

Heat 1 tablespoon and a half of vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.

Add marinated chicken and fry for about 6 minutes, turning frequently until browned.

Add reserved marinade to the chicken and cook until sauce reduces and caramelizes.

Plate the dish with cilantro rice, black beans, and chicken.

Cooking Techniques

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