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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Rinse the black beans and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Rinse the rice and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Beans
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent. Add soaked black beans, cumin, salt, and pepper. Pour in enough vegetable broth to cover the beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until beans are tender.
- 3
Cook the Rice
In another pot, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth to a boil. Add white or red rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 4
Combine and Serve
Once the beans are cooked, adjust seasoning as needed. Serve the black beans over the rice, garnished with chopped cilantro.
