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Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice and Beans)
Gallo Pinto is a flavorful Costa Rican rice and beans dish that's simple enough for busy weeknights yet packed with bold, savory flavor. Black beans, rice, bell peppers, onion, and tangy Lizano sauce come together in one skillet for an easy side dish or hearty breakfast staple.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked rice brown or white*
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper finely diced
- 1 sweet onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ⅓ cup Lizano salsa
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt to taste
- 1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans drained
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat add olive oil, bell peppers, and onion. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until veggies are tender. Add crushed garlic and continue sautéing for 1 minute.2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 red bell pepper, 1 sweet onion
- Whisk together cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt in a small bowl.½ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon paprika, ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon salt
- Add rice, beans, and seasoning ingredients to the skillet. Stir to combine.3 cups cooked rice, 1 (15.5-ounce) can black beans
- Pour Lizano salsa over rice and stir well. Cook for 5-10 minutes, uncovered, over low heat, or until rice absorbs the sauce.⅓ cup Lizano salsa
- Serve gallo pinto with cilantro and additional Lizano salsa, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Rice: Three cups cooked rice is roughly 1 cup uncooked rice. Day old rice is preferable. Estimated time does not take into account the time it takes to cook the rice.
- Lizano: Authentic Lizano sauce gives gallo pinto its signature flavor.
- Bean Liquid: Add a splash of reserved bean liquid for extra flavor and moisture.
- Cilantro: Stir in fresh cilantro just before serving for the brightest flavor.
- Crispy Bits: Let the rice cook undisturbed for a minute or two for delicious crispy edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1146mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1180IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 3mg
