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Easy Rice And Beans Recipe With Canned Beans

A quick and hearty dish combining rice and canned beans, perfect for busy nights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup of long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups of vegetable broth or water
  • 1 can 15 oz of black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 15 oz of kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • Large skillet
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener

Method
 

  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a pot, combine the rinsed rice and vegetable broth. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover, cooking for about 18 minutes.
  3. While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and chili powder, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Add the rinsed black beans and kidney beans to the skillet. Stir gently to combine and allow them to heat through for about 5 minutes.
  6. Taste the bean mixture and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add it to the skillet with the beans. Stir everything together until well combined.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

Serve as a main dish or side, and enjoy with toppings of choice.