Spanish Style Black Beans and Rice (Moro) - Ohhlala Café ♥

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Green bell pepper is milder and more affordable.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and green pepper; sauté until softened.

Stir in minced garlic, paprika, and oregano; cook until fragrant.

Add black beans (with liquid), water, adobo Goya, complete seasoning, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer until flavors meld, about 20-30 minutes.

Add olives and adjust seasoning with black pepper, vinegar, and salt to taste.

In a separate pot, cook rice according to package instructions.

Serve beans over rice, garnished with chopped cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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