Congris cubano. Mejor receta de congris.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories and pinto beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: turkey

Chicken is leaner than pork, and turkey can be more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, and bouillon cubes can be a cost-effective alternative.

Rinse black beans and soak overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

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

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

Stir in cumin, oregano, and bay leaves; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add soaked black beans and chicken broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour until beans are tender.

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

Reduce heat, cover, and cook rice for about 20 minutes until fluffy.

Combine cooked rice with the black beans mixture; stir gently to combine.

Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

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