Let me start off by saying that my husband decided that in 2014, he would start cooking 2-4 times per month. The best part, he has been keeping up with this rule he himself created! I definitely support this resolution ;)
He found another great recipe on Real Simple (see previous recipes here and here) and decided to mix it up to fit his tastes.
I give you Cuban Black Beans & Rice:
Ingredients
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped (we did not use)
- 1 bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (we did not use)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 15.5-ounce cans black beans, rinsed
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 4 radishes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
Directions
- Cook the rice according to the package directions.
- Meanwhile, heat the oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin and cook for 1 minute.
- Add the beans, oregano, and 1 cup water. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Add the vinegar. Smash some of the beans with the back of a fork to thicken. Serve over the rice. Top with the radishes and cilantro.
He also served this with chips and guacamole. What can I say, my hubby is turning into one heck of a great cook!
Is this a recipe you would try?
It was very easy to cook and tasted super yummy to boot!
