Black beans and rice is a classic combination offering a vegetarian meal packed with protein and fiber. Cooking this dish from scratch can be time-consuming due to the lengthy cooking time of black beans. Fortunately, there is a way to prepare this satisfying combination in a shorter amount of time utilizing convenient ingredients. This article provides a collection of quick and easy recipes that allow you to enjoy a delicious and nutritious black beans and rice meal in a fraction of the time. Get ready to discover various cooking methods and tricks that will help you whip up this flavorful dish in no time, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknight dinners or quick lunches.
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QUICK AND EASY BLACK BEANS AND RICE
This is a recipe I use in lieu of kidney beans and rice because I just happen to love the flavor of black beans. We never have leftovers of this side dish!
Provided by Paula
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir water, black beans, cumin, and beef bouillon cube into the onion and garlic mixture; bring to a boil, add rice, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the moisture is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- Gently stir Creole seasoning and cilantro into the beans and rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.3 calories, Carbohydrate 39.9 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 468.7 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
CUBAN VIA MIAMI FEAST: MASHED PLANTAINS WITH OH, BABY! GARLIC-TOMATO SHRIMP ON TOP, GRILLED FLANK STEAK WITH LIME AND ONIONS, QUICK RICE WITH BLACK BEANS
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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat a medium pot over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 turn of the pan, and half of the finely chopped onion. Saute 3 minutes, then season with 2 teaspoons cumin, eyeball the measurement in the palm of your hand, and the thyme leaves. Pour in 2 1/2 cups of chicken stock and raise heat to bring to a boil. Add rice and lower heat to simmer when boil resumes. Cover pot tightly. After 12 minutes, stir in black beans and replace cover. Cook another 6 to 7 minutes. Turn off rice and beans, season with salt and stir to combine then let stand until ready to serve. While rice cooks, make plantains with shrimp and the meat.
- Preheat a grill pan over high heat. The meat can also be prepared in a hot, large cast iron or nonstick skillet if you do not have a grill pan.
- Place flank steak in a shallow dish and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil to coat ¿ about 2 tablespoons. Mix grill seasoning with 1 tablespoon cumin, eyeball the measurement in your palm. Add the zest of 1 lime to the grill seasoning and cumin. Rub the mixture over the steak evenly. Wash up and cut lime into wedges and reserve. Place the steak on hot grill or in hot pan and cook 4 to 5 minutes, turn and cook 3 minutes longer. Remove from heat and let juices redistribute 5 minutes.
- Slit the skins of the plantains from end to end to vent them for microwave cooking. Wrap them each in wax paper, twisting up paper at ends. Microwave the plantains 4 to 5 minutes together or 90 seconds each individually on high.
- While plantains and steak cook, place a medium nonstick skillet on the heat over a high flame. Add 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil and the sliced onions. Sear the onions up and heat through, but leave a bite to them. Place on a platter and cover with foil to reserve heat. Return pan to stove and reduce heat to between medium high and medium. Add 2 tablespoons extra, 2 turns of the pan, and the remaining finely chopped onion, the bell pepper, garlic and shrimp. Season with salt and pepper and add the zest of 1 lemon. Cook until shrimp are firm and peppers begin to soften, 4 minutes or so. Add the juice of 1/2 lemon, the tomato sauce and parsley. Turn off heat.
- Peel and mash the steaming hot plantains with remaining 1/2 cup chicken stock and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. Season the plantains with salt and pile on platter or dinner plates then top with garlicky shrimp and tomatoes. Very thinly slice the cooked steak on an angle, working against the grain. Squeeze lime juice over the meat and arrange over the cooked sliced onions on serving platter. Fluff up rice and black beans a bit, transfer them to a bowl and pass at table.
CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE (QUICK)
In this recipe I use the canned black beans instead of the dried. It makes this dish a lot faster to make.
Provided by luvcookn
Categories Rice
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- Mix all ingredients except rice in a 2 qt casserole.
- Bake uncovered about 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until hot and bubbly.
- Serve over rice.
QUICK AND EASY ONE POT BLACK BEANS AND RICE
Steps:
- In a 3 quart pot, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Turn heat down to low or to a very low simmer, cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. There should still be "sauce" in the rice and beans when it is served.
SUPER QUICK BLACK BEANS AND RICE
Make and share this Super Quick Black Beans and Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Prose
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sauté onion and garlic in oil.
- Add beans and salsa.
- Add seasonings to taste.
- Simmer until heated through.
- Serve over rice and garnish with cheese.
QUICK BLACK BEANS AND RICE
Some say beans and rice is the most nutritious and well balanced meal in the world! Try adding your favorite chutney or salsa to this dish when you serve it!
Provided by Kathy Miller
Categories Main Dish Recipes Rice Beans and Rice Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion, cook and stir until tender. Add beans, tomatoes, oregano and garlic powder. Bring to a boil; stir in rice. Cover; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.8 g, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 552.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
Tips:
- Rinse and sort the black beans before cooking to remove any debris or uncooked beans.
- Soak the black beans overnight or for at least 4 hours to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.
- Use a large pot or Dutch oven to cook the black beans and rice, as they will expand as they cook.
- Add aromatics such as garlic, onion, and cumin to the pot to enhance the flavor of the beans and rice.
- Use vegetable broth or water to cook the black beans and rice, depending on your dietary preferences.
- Season the black beans and rice with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices to taste.
- Garnish the black beans and rice with fresh cilantro, chopped tomatoes, or avocado slices before serving.
Conclusion:
Black beans and rice is a versatile and flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or as a side dish. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, black beans and rice is a great option for busy weeknight meals or potlucks. Experiment with different seasonings and toppings to create a dish that suits your taste preferences.
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