Moros, Moors y Cristianos (Black Beans and Rice) Recipe with Chef Ranveer Brar

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories and provide a similar texture.

white rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: parboiled rice

Brown rice is more nutritious and has a nuttier flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily.

Start by heating olive oil in a pan.

Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper, cooking until softened.

Stir in cumin and bay leaves, cooking for a minute.

Add black beans to the mixture and stir well.

Pour in orange juice and mix thoroughly.

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

Once rice is cooked, fluff it and season with lime juice and cilantro.

Press paneer in the pan until crispy on the outside.

Serve the black beans over the rice, garnished with cherry tomatoes and parsley.

Cooking Techniques

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