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Easy 1 hr 55 min~250 kcal 8/10
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Moros y Cristianos
Moros y cristianos cooks black beans with rice into one of Cuba's most essential savory pot dishes.
Easy⏱️ 45 min📖 1 min readServes 5~244 kcal🇨🇺 Cuban🌍 Full translation
15 min prep 30 min cook
- Vegan
- #Budget-Friendly
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 45 min- Prep15 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
5 servings
Quick:
- 2 cup(~400 ml) Boiled black beans
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Rice
- 1 Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Olive oil
- 1 Green pepper
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Thyme
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Salt
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Instructions
- 1
Use prepared black beans and reserve 1 glass of the bean liquid.
- 2
Saute the onion, pepper, and garlic in olive oil for 6 minutes.
6 min06:00 - 3
Add the rice and saute for 3 minutes so the grains are coated with the sofrito.
3 min03:00 - 4
Add the beans, bean liquid, bay leaf, and cumin, then cook over low heat for 18 minutes.
18 min18:00 - 5
Rest the pot covered for 10 minutes so the rice finishes steaming without breaking.
10 min10:00
💡 Tip: Adding some of the bean cooking liquid to the rice gives the pilaf deeper color and flavor.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with a lime wedge on the side.
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Nutrition (per serving)
~244
kcal calories
8
g protein
39
g carbs
5
g fat
Protein 14%Carbs 67%Fat 19%
GI 31 · Low GIGL 12 · Medium GL
1.9g
Sugar
8.9g
Fiber
472.8mg
Sodium
1g
Saturated fat
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
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FAQ
How many servings does Moros y Cristianos make?
This recipe serves 5.How long does Moros y Cristianos take?
Prep 15 minutes, cooking 30 minutes; 45 minutes in total.Is Moros y Cristianos difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Moros y Cristianos have?
Approximately 244 kcal per serving. Protein: 8g, carbs: 39g, fat: 5g.Is Moros y Cristianos allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Moros y Cristianos belong to?
This recipe belongs to Cuban cuisine.How many ingredients does Moros y Cristianos need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.Is Moros y Cristianos filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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