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Black Beans and Rice

This quick and easy black beans and rice recipe will be ready in 20 minutes and cost only $4 for the entire meal!
Course: Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 250kcal
Author: Brittany Kline

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 green pepper chopped
  • 3 large garlic cloves pressed with garlic press
  • 2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 Tbsp. oregano
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 4 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp Tabasco sauce or any hot sauce you like
  • 1/4 cup red wine or dry sherry
  • 2 cans black beans 15 oz cans
  • 2 cups brown rice cooked - we use this rice cooker

Instructions

  • Add oil to pan on medium high heat. Sautee green peppers and onions, season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • When peppers and onions are softened, add the pressed garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Rinse your canned black beans. *HINT* Rinse until there are no more bubbles left in the strainer.
  • Add black beans to the pan.
  • Add dry spices (cumin, oregano, kosher salt, brown sugar).
  • Add liquid ingredients (red wine vinegar, tabasco/hot sauce, red wine).
  • Sautee for 3 more minutes until warm throughout.
  • Serve over brown rice.
  • Top with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

*This dish works well as a main course or a hearty side. Serve with fresh lime wedges or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for added brightness.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 500mg | Sugar: 3g