Best 3 Easiest Costa Rican Rice Beans Recipes

Costa Rican rice and beans is a classic dish that is easy to make and packed with flavor. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in Costa Rican cuisine and is often served as a main course or as a side dish. The combination of rice and beans provides a complete protein and is an excellent source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make recipe for Costa Rican rice and beans, you've come to the right place.

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GALLO PINTO (COSTA RICAN RICE AND BEANS)

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I found this recipe in a copy of Vegetarian Times. Gallo Pinto translates as "painted rooster", and is a dish eaten by many Costa Ricans almost every day. The addition of ginger and Worcestershire adds a quite unique flavor to this dish.

Provided by Kozmic Blues

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups cooked white rice
2 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 -3 tablespoons vegetarian worcestershire sauce (regular can be used as well)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
fresh cilantro (optional)
sliced green onion (optional)

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add onion and sauté until it just begins to soften and turns color.
Add garlic and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until onion is golden.
Add spices and Worcestershire, and stir into onion and garlic.
(The first time I made this, I was afraid to add the full 3 Tbsp of Worcestershire, but the addition of the rice balances the flavor out).
Next, add the beans and then the rice.
Combine the rice and beans evenly and cook until mixture is heated through.
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
Garnish with some chopped cilantro or green onions if you prefer.
Vegetarians use only the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 249.4, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 2.2, Carbohydrate 42.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 0.8, Protein 7.7

EASIEST COSTA RICAN RICE & BEANS

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This recipe was actually posted by TheMom51 in her reply to recipe #78747. I thought I'd post it as a searchable recipe. Her original comment was: Just thought I'd add my Costa Rican daughter-in-law's recipe. It uses the traditional Salsa Lizano (you can order it over the Internet) which is probably why Matoszinho didn't think this recipe was quite right Preparation time does not include time to cook the rice. If you need to cook your rice add an additional 15 minutes to the prep time.

Provided by Chef Johnny Ringo

Categories Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 Cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon salsa, lizano
1 1/2 cups black beans, cooked
2 1/2 cups rice, cooked
2 tablespoons bell peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons onions, chopped
1 tablespoon coriander, chopped (Celantro)

Steps:

Saute onion and bell pepper for about 2 minutes.
Add the black beans and salsa and simmer for about 10 minutes on medium heat.
Then, add the cooked rice and mix in the coriander.
Cooked bacon, pork, chicken or sausage can be added. For breakfast, scrambled eggs can be added.

PUERTO RICAN RICE AND BEANS

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Very tasty Puerto Rican rice and beans recipe. Thanks Anita for the recipe! My kids LOVE the crust and fight over it. Great with hot sauce. You can also add leftover chicken. It's a very forgiving recipe.

Provided by CrazyCat

Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound pork roast, diced
3 teaspoons minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can gandules (pigeon peas), drained (such as Goya®)
1 cup recaito (such as Goya®)
1 (1.41 ounce) package sazon seasoning with achiote
1 (5 ounce) jar pitted green olives
3 cups long grain rice, rinsed
water as needed

Steps:

Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add pork and saute until browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in garlic and heat until fragrant. Add gandules, recaito, sazon seasoning, and olives. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Add rice to the pot and stir to coat. Add 1 1/2 cans' worth of water; bring to a boil and cover. Simmer until rice has absorbed most of the liquid and formed a "crust" on the bottom, 20 to 30 minutes. Stir mixture near the top, avoiding the crust, after 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.6 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1237.9 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Be sure to rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking.
If you don't have a rice cooker, you can cook the rice in a saucepan on the stovetop. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
To make the beans more flavorful, you can add a bay leaf or two to the cooking water.
If you like spicy food, you can add a chopped jalapeño pepper to the beans.
Garnish the rice and beans with chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.

Conclusion:

Costa Rican rice and beans is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice and beans. This flavorful dish is a staple of Costa Rican cuisine, and it is often served with other traditional dishes such as fried plantains, shredded chicken, or grilled steak. With its combination of simple ingredients and bold flavors, Costa Rican rice and beans is a dish that everyone will enjoy.