Rice And Beans Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper finely.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.

3. 3

   Cook the Rice

   Add the rinsed brown rice to the pot and stir for 1-2 minutes. Then add the vegetable broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the Beans

   After 30 minutes, add the canned black beans (drained and rinsed) to the pot. Stir gently and allow to cook for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.

5. 5

   Garnish and Serve

   Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lime juice over the rice and beans, and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve warm.