Gallo Pinto (costa Rican Beans And Rice)

2 tablespoons light-tasting oil ((vegetable, mild olive, canola))

1 red bell pepper (, chopped)

1 small yellow onion (, chopped)

2 cloves garlic (, minced)

2 cups cooked black beans (, in ¾ cup reserved cooking liquid*)

¼ cup Salsa Lizano (**)

3 cups cooked rice (, preferably, day-old and refrigerated)

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sauté chopped bell pepper and onions until peppers are soft and onions are translucent, about 6-8 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add black beans, reserved cooking liquid, and Salsa Lizano, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened and little bit of the liquid is evaporated. Gently stir in cooked rice and cook until heated through and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 3-5 minutes.
Stir in chopped cilantro. Season to taste with additional Salsa Lizano, if desired, and serve.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🌱Vegan...

Category🍚Rice Dish

CuisineCosta Rican

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyEasy ⏰ 20m