Black beans with rice

8 servings

35 minutes

Black beans with rice is a classic combination loved in many cuisines around the world. In the European version of this dish, fresh vegetables, spices, and fragrant rice create a rich flavor. The slight heat of cayenne pepper highlights the deep earthy aroma of the beans, while curry powder and cumin add warm spicy notes. This dish is perfect as a standalone treat or as a side to meat and vegetables. Thanks to the nutrition of beans and rice, it is an excellent choice for a hearty and healthy lunch. It is easy to prepare but offers a rich flavor palette that can captivate even the most discerning gourmets.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 206.7
• Proteins: 9.8g
• Fats: 1.9g
• Carbohydrates: 37.7g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 1 tsp
• Onion: 1 head
• Fresh red pepper: 1 pc
• Garlic: 3 clove
• Rice: 0.8 glass
• Vegetable broth: 1.5 glass
• Ground cumin: 1 tsp
• Curry powder: 1 tsp
• Cayenne pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Canned black beans: 4 glass

Cooking steps

1. Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 teaspoon

2. Add onion, pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 4 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Fresh red pepper: 1 piece
   • Garlic: 3 cloves

3. Add rice and fry at low temperature for 2 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Rice: 0.8 glass

4. Add broth, cover with a lid. Cook on low heat for 20 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable broth: 1.5 glass

5. Add spices and black beans.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
   • Curry powder: 1 teaspoon
   • Cayenne pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Canned black beans: 4 glasss