Jul 13 2026

The Cman Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

the common man Real Food Red Fast.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Toppings

Method

Cooking the Rice

  1. 1

    Prepare the Brown Rice

    In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of brown rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 45 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and set aside.

Sautéing the Vegetables and Beans

  1. 2

    Sauté Garlic and Vegetables

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Mince 2 garlic cloves and add them to the skillet, sautéing for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 3

    Add Mixed Vegetables

    Add 1 cup of frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet and cook them for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're heated through and tender.

  3. 4

    Incorporate Black Beans

    Add 1 cup of canned black beans (drained and rinsed) to the skillet. Stir in 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until everything is heated through.

Combining Ingredients

  1. 5

    Combine Rice and Bean Mixture

    Once the rice is ready, add it to the skillet with the vegetable and bean mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and heat through for another 2 minutes.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Chop 1 tablespoon of fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the top before serving.

Serving Suggestions

  1. 7

    Add Optional Toppings

    Serve the dish warm and top with slices of 1 avocado, a squeeze of lime juice, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

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