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How to Make Mojo-Style Black Bean and Rice Bowl - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're craving a healthy and flavorful meal that's both satisfying and easy to make, look no further than this Mojo-Style Black Bean and Rice Bowl recipe. This dish is inspired by the bold and zesty flavors of Cuban cuisine, featuring marinated black beans, tangy citrus mojo sauce, and fluffy white rice.

Not only is this dish delicious, but it's also packed with nutritious ingredients. Black beans are a fantastic source of plant-based protein and fiber, while rice provides a fillin...

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups brown rice
  • salt
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup cilantro, chopped
  • ½ lime, juiced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ white onion, sliced
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin (Optional)
  • 1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup fresh salsa
  • 1 cup sour cream, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix rice with water and a dash of salt in a 4-quart saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir, cover, reduce heat, and let simmer until tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • At the same time, drain most of the liquid from the beans and combine with onion and cayenne in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer and cook, covered, 15 to 20 minutes. Add cilantro and lime juice, stir, and remove from heat.
  • Combine garlic and salt for sauce in a small bowl; mash together to form a paste. Add garlic paste to sliced onion, olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, and cumin in an electric blender and process until smooth. Transfer to a small nonstick skillet and simmer, stirring regularly and taking care not to burn, for 5 minutes.
  • Layer 1 cup of rice, 2 to 3 tablespoons mojo Cubano, 3/4 cup black beans, a generous sprinkling of Cheddar cheese, salsa, and a dollop of sour cream in a large bowl. Repeat for each serving.

    • Nutrition

    950 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 55mg
    • Sodium: 1817mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 124g
    • Dietary Fiber: 21g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 31g
    • Vitamin C: 28mg
    • Calcium: 430mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 1388mg

    Categories

    Vegan recipes
    Gluten-free recipes
    Mexican recipes
    Rice bowl recipes