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Easy Moros: Flavorful Cuban Black Beans & Rice Delight

This Easy Moros (Cuban Black Beans & Rice) recipe brings vibrant Cuban flavors to your table—quick, budget-friendly, and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cuban
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 oz Bacon Can substitute with olive oil for a meatless option.
  • 1 Onion Finely diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
For the Beans
  • 15 oz Black Beans Canned, do not drain.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth For vegetarian option, use vegetable broth.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust based on dietary needs.
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 leaf Bay Leaf
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Rinsed and drained.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Bacon: Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add diced bacon to the pan, cook until crispy, about 7-9 minutes.
  2. Sauté the Onions: After bacon is crispy, add diced onion. Cook for about 2 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add Garlic and Tomato Paste: Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate the Black Beans: Add canned black beans with liquid, chicken broth, salt, oregano, cumin, pepper, and bay leaf. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the Rice: Stir in rinsed long-grain rice, simmer uncovered for 5-7 minutes.
  6. Cooking the Rice: Lower heat, cover, and cook for 22-25 minutes.
  7. Let It Rest: Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Rinse rice until water runs clear for fluffy texture. Use non-stick cookware to prevent sticking.

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