Best 8 Cuban Black Beans And Rice Vegan Recipes

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Are you looking for a flavorful and satisfying vegan meal? Look no further than Cuban black beans and rice! This classic dish, prepared with a blend of fragrant spices, creamy black beans, and fluffy rice, is not only delicious and easy to make but also packed with essential nutrients. With its vibrant colors and rich textures, Cuban black beans and rice will delight your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore several tasty recipes that showcase the best of this delectable dish while accommodating your vegan lifestyle.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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Cuban black beans and rice is a simple vegan recipe that's full of flavor and cheap to make. A hearty and delicious plant-based meal!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Main dish

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ pound (225 grams) dried black beans, soaked overnight or all day
1 litre (4 ¼ cups) water
½ green pepper, finely diced, divided
½ medium onion, finely diced, divided
4 cloves of garlic, minced
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¾ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar)
½ tablespoon sugar
Long-grain rice, to serve

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse the soaked beans and put them in a pot along with the water, half the diced green pepper, ¼ of the diced onion, 2 cloves of the minced garlic and the bay leaf.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to the lowest setting and cover the pot with the lid. Simmer for 45 minutes.
  • After about 35 minutes start preparing the sofrito. In a pan heat the oil over medium heat and add the remaining onion. Sautee until tender then add the remaining green pepper. When the green pepper is tender add the remaining garlic and sautee for about a minute more or until the garlic is cooked. Add the cumin, oregano and paprika and fry, stirring continuously, for 30 seconds or until the spices are fragrant.
  • Add this sofrito to the beans along with the salt, cover and simmer for 30 more minutes.
  • You can start boiling water to cook the rice at this point.
  • Finally, add the vinegar and sugar to the beans and simmer for 15 more minutes. If the beans seem to have a lot of water you can simmer them uncovered this time, otherwise cover them again. You can optionally transfer a portion of the beans to a blender and stir the blended beans back into the pot (I didn't).
  • Taste and add salt as necessary (I added an additional ½ teaspoon). Serve the rice into bowls with the black beans on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 8 grams fat, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 14 grams protein, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Sodium 279 milligrams sodium, Sugar 10 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat

CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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I can't remember where I got this recipe. The Cuban surgeon at the hospital where I worked said it was "almost as good" as his mother's!

Provided by carole in orlando

Categories     Rice

Time 3h30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb dried black beans
6 cups water
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 cup olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 slice cooked and crumbled bacon
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cups cooked long-grain rice
chopped green onion, chopped hard boiled eggs,sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot cover beans with water and boil for 2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and let stand for one hour.
  • Drain water and cover with fresh water (6 cups).
  • In a skillet saute the onions, bell pepper and garlic in oil for 5 minutes, until tender.
  • Add onion mixture and all remaining ingredients, except the red wine vinegar, to the beans and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to simmer covered for 2 hours, until beans are tender.
  • Add more water if necessary.
  • At the last minute add the red wine vinegar, just before serving.
  • Serve with 2 cups of cooked rice.
  • Top with chopped green onions, chopped hard boiled eggs or sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.8, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 0.9, Sodium 412.9, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 12.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 18.6

BASIC VEGETARIAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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Cuban black beans and rice is a healthy vegan side that's a cinch to prepare. Popular in the Caribbean, you can spice up the basic recipe with peppers and hot sauce.

Provided by Jolinda Hackett

Categories     Side Dish     Dinner     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cups finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained, liquid reserved
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon garlic salt
3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 cups cooked white rice, or brown rice
Lime wedges, for optional garnish

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil .
  • Cook onion and green pepper until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes, beans, thyme, and garlic salt. Cook 3 minutes.
  • Add vinegar, pepper sauce, and reserved juices, and continue to cook 5 minutes.
  • Serve black beans over rice. Garnish with a lime wedge (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 9 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 892 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize 3-4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CUBAN BEANS AND RICE



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I originally got this from a Cuban friend, but made some changes to it. I have had it many times, the leftovers are very good wrapped in a tortilla, too. Very filling dish.

Provided by Chris Barila

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons tomato paste
1 (15.25 ounce) can kidney beans, drained with liquid reserved
1 cup uncooked white rice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion, bell pepper and garlic. When onion is translucent add salt and tomato paste. Reduce heat to low and cook 2 minutes. Stir in the beans and rice.
  • Pour the liquid from the beans into a large measuring cup and add enough water to reach a volume of 2 1/2 cups; pour into beans. Cover and cook on low for 45 to 50 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.3 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 750.4 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE - VEGAN



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My whole family loves this meal. Mix the leftovers together and use as a filling for fried burritos. Just place a scoop of warmed, mixed beans and rice in the middle of a large tortilla, sprinkle a handle of Daiya Cheddar Shreds (vegan) on the "flap" of the burrito. Roll it up so that the part with the cheese is the last section to be rolled. Then put that side down on a grill-pan covered in vegetable oil, so the heat seals the seam shut by heating the cheese. Turn burrito over so that all sides get crisp and brown.

Provided by KissKiss

Categories     White Rice

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, undrained
1 large onion, chopped
1 extra large green pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cups rice
2 cups water
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons Earth Balance natural buttery spread
2 limes, squeezed of juice (reserve)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, non-stick pan. Fry the onion and pepper in the oil until nearly tender. Add the garlic and saute for minute, being careful not to burn.
  • Add a little of the bean liquid until all previous ingredients are soft. Add the beans with the remaining liquid. Add spices and simmer about 30 minutes. Stir in the vinegar just before serving.
  • In the meantime, place rice, water, salt, and "butter" in a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 15 minutes or until all the water has been absorbed.
  • Add lime juice and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve with beans over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.9, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 1170.3, Carbohydrate 82.2, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 1.9, Protein 14.2

VEGETARIAN CUBAN BLACK BEANS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 13h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups dried black beans
Fail-Proof Brown Rice, recipe follows
9 cups water, plus more for soaking beans
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1 1/2 cups seeded, chopped green bell pepper
3 tablespoons minced garlic or pickled garlic
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon oregano, dried
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
3/4 dry Spanish wine
1 1/2 cups brown rice
1 egg white, beaten
3 cups water
1/2 chicken bouillon cube
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Add the beans to a large bowl, cover with water and let stand overnight. Drain and discard the water or cook in a pressure cooker for 18 to 25 minutes (do not discard the water if using the pressure cooker).
  • In a large Dutch oven, add the beans, 9 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat. Simmer for 1 hour until the beans are fork tender.
  • In a separate Dutch oven add the onion, green pepper, garlic and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and saute until opaque. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. (If using a pressure cooker, do not use the pressure cooker to saute the beans any further. Use a heavy pot or a Dutch oven.)
  • Add the cooked beans, to the pot with the onion mixture, along with the oregano, cumin, bay leaf, vinegar and wine. Cover and simmer over low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add additional salt and pepper, to taste. Transfer the beans to a serving bowl and serve over the Fail-Proof Brown Rice.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium skillet, add the brown rice and the egg white, stirring constantly over medium heat, until the mixture is dry. Mix the water and bouillon cube in a medium bowl.
  • Add a small amount of olive oil to a deep, large baking dish. (Cook's Note: I recommend a clear baking dish so you can monitor the water absorption).
  • Pour the bouillon water, rice and egg mixture into the baking dish. Put the dish in the oven, and do not interrupt the cooking process. After 30 minutes, cover with foil and continue to cook for 30 more minutes, a total of 1 hour. Remove from oven, fluff with fork and serve.

CUBAN-INSPIRED BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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This Vegan Black Beans and Rice is loaded with Cuban-inspired flavors and packed with hearty plant-based protein. And it's easy to make in just 30 minutes!

Provided by Veg Kitchen

Categories     Appetizer / emergency dinner     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 onion (large, finely chopped)
1 bell pepper (red or green, finely diced)
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic (minced)
3 ½ cups black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 dash cayenne pepper (or to taste)
½ cup water
cooked brown rice (for serving)
1 small onion (finely chopped, for optional garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat 1 ½ tablespoons of the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and sauté over medium-low heat until it is translucent. Add the bell pepper and garlic and continue to sauté until the onion is golden.
  • Add the beans, vinegar, and seasonings (be generous with the black pepper) along with the water or cooking liquid. Simmer over very low heat, covered, for 10 minutes.
  • With the back of a wooden spoon or a mashing implement, mash about ½ cup of the beans in the skillet, or enough to thicken the base. Make sure there is enough liquid to keep everything nice and moist but not soupy. Simmer for 5 minutes longer.
  • Serve the black beans over the cooked rice, topping each serving with a sprinkling of the chopped raw onion, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 4 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOROS Y CRISTIANOS (CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE)



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Cuban rice with black beans.

Provided by jean

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium green pepper, diced
½ large yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
1 ⅓ (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
4 cups chicken stock

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in crushed tomatoes and vinegar. Add cumin, salt, thyme, pepper flakes, and bay leaf. Cook for 3 minutes.
  • Add black beans, then stir in white rice. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and all liquid has been absorbed, about 25 minutes; do not lift the cover during the cook time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.8 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 1158.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use fresh, flavorful ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices whenever possible.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many ways to makeCuban black beans and rice. Feel free to add your own favorite ingredients or variations to the recipe.
  • Cook the beans until they are tender: The beans should be cooked until they are soft and creamy, but not mushy. This usually takes about 1-2 hours.
  • Let the flavors meld: After you've cooked the beans and rice, let them sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This will result in a more delicious dish.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Cuban black beans and rice are often served with a variety of toppings, such as avocado, cilantro, lime wedges, and sour cream. Choose your favorites and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Cuban black beans and rice is a delicious and satisfying dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover rice. With its combination of flavorful beans, aromatic rice, and fresh vegetables, this dish is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a tasty and affordable meal, give Cuban black beans and rice a try. You won't be disappointed!

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