Rice and Beans with Spices (Print Version)
A hearty dish combining tender beans and fluffy rice infused with warming spices.
# What You Need:
→ Grains & Legumes
01 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
02 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
→ Spices & Seasonings
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
11 - 1 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Liquids
13 - 2 cups vegetable broth
14 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Garnishes
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
02 - Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in the garlic and bell pepper; cook for another 2 minutes.
04 - Add the cumin, smoked paprika, coriander, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
05 - Add the rinsed rice and cook, stirring, for 1–2 minutes to toast lightly.
06 - Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes.
07 - Stir in the black beans, cover, and continue cooking for another 8–10 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
08 - Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
09 - Fluff the rice with a fork. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
10 - Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- The spices bloom into something extraordinary with just 10 minutes of prep
- It keeps beautifully for days and tastes even better reheated
- You probably have everything you need in your pantry right now
02 -
- Resist the urge to lift the lid while the rice simmers or steam will escape
- Letting the pot rest covered is the secret to perfectly separate grains
03 -
- Rinse your rice until the water runs completely clear
- Toast the spices in oil for at least 60 seconds before adding liquid