black beans and rice
This makes a nice side dish. I use long grain rice; brown or white, but It takes longer to cook and uses more liquid. If you use minute rice or any other, you may need to adjust the amount of liquid according to the rice package directions.
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prep time
5 Min
cook time
45 Min
method
Stove Top
Ingredients For black beans and rice
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 red bell pepper, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup long grain brown rice, uncooked
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1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
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1 teaspoon cumin
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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2 cups of broth, chicken or vegetable
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4 cups black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
How To Make black beans and rice
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1In a medium stockpot, heat the oil on medium heat.
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2Add the onion, pepper, and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes.
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3Add the broth and salt and bring to a boil; add in the rice and lower heat; cover pot. Cook until rice is done.
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4Add in the beans, parsley, and spices the last 5 minutes just to heat through.
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