Cuban Moros y Cristianos
Long-grain rice cooked with black beans, sofrito, spices, and a touch of vinegar. Makes 4 servings and takes about 45 minutes.
In this vegetarian version, rice and black beans cook together with onion, bell pepper, garlic, and spices. The total time and four servings are practical estimates.
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Method
- 01
Sauté the vegetables
Heat 2 teaspoons of the oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and green bell pepper; cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Ready to continue when: The onion and pepper are soft and not overly browned.
10 min - 02
Add the seasonings
Add the garlic, pepper seasoning blend, sugar, and oregano. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring, until the garlic is fragrant.
Ready to continue when: The garlic smells fragrant and has not burned.
1 min - 03
Cook the rice and beans
Measure the liquid from the can and add water to make 2 cups in total. Add it to the pot with the bay leaf and bring to a boil. Stir in the black beans and rice, then bring back to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for about 25 minutes, until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
Ready to continue when: The rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender, with no visible water at the bottom.
25 min - 04
Finish and rest
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the white wine vinegar. Divide the remaining oil among the servings and let the rice rest, covered, for about 5 minutes before serving.
Ready to continue when: The rice has rested covered, and the oil is divided among the servings.
5 min
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