Moro De Habichuela Rojas Dominicano

red beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is typically less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions provide a fresh taste at a lower cost.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

Soak red beans overnight in water to soften.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

In a large pot, add the soaked beans and cover with fresh water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

In a separate pot, rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic, onion, and bell pepper until fragrant.

Add the cooked beans to the sautéed mixture along with bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper.

Stir in the rice and enough water to cover the mixture by about an inch.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Fluff the rice and beans with a fork before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro, lime juice, and slices of avocado.

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