Traditional Mexican Black Beans and Rice
Vibrant, hearty and wonderfully flavorful, this Mexican Beans and Rice dish is the epitome of a perfect comfort food. Bursting with rich flavors, it makes for an excellent main course or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 Cup of uncooked rice
- 2 cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium-sized onion, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbls of olive oil
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1⁄4 Cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Cup of salsa
- Lime wedges for serving
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Directions
First, heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pan. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Next, stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the drained black beans and mix well.
Add the rice to the pan and stir so that the rice is fully coated in the spices.
Gradually pour in the vegetable broth and salsa. Raise the heat and bring everything to a boil.
Once it's boiling, reduce to a simmer and cover the pan. Let the rice cook for 20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving. To add an additional pop of flavor, serve with fresh lime wedges.