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Gallo Pinto

Gallo Pinto
Nicaragua
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or Salsa Lizano (a Costa Rican sauce)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: Fried eggs, avocado, or sliced tomatoes for serving

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients

If using dried beans, cook them ahead of time. For canned beans, make sure they are well-drained and rinsed.

Cook Vegetables

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Combine Beans and Rice

Add the cooked beans to the skillet and stir well.

Cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the beans to heat through and absorb the flavors.

Add Rice and Seasonings

Stir in the cooked rice, cumin, paprika, oregano, and soy sauce or Salsa Lizano.

Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until everything is heated through and well-mixed.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Finish and Serve

Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.

Enjoy your meal!