Cuban Black Beans and Rice

July 15, 2016

Classic Cuban black beans and rice dish called Moros Y Cristianos in Spanish. A perfect side dish!

½ lb (225g) dried black beans
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed with the back of a knife
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 dried bay leaf
2 cups uncooked rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ lb (100g) bacon, diced
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1 cup green bell pepper, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons salt

Soak the beans in cold water overnight. Drain and place in a pot with 2½ quarts (litres) of fresh water. Add the onion, garlic, green bell pepper and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer...
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Nutritions

Calories
4546

Sodium
5912mg
246% DV

Fat
338g
521% DV

Protein
19g
39% DV

Carbs
81g
27% DV

Fiber
20g
83% DV

PER SERVING ^*

% DAILY VALUE^*

Fat

Saturated Fat 94g 470%

Polysaturated Fat 49g 310%

Monosaturated Fat 195g 1219%

Cholesterol 18mg 6%

Sodium 5912mg 246%

Potassium 1838mg 52%

Protein 19g 39%

% DAILY VALUE^*

Total Carbohydrate

Fiber 20g 83%

Sugar 34g 68%

Vitamin A 1237IU 24%

Vitamin B6 8mg 405%

Vitamin C 58mg 98%

Calcium 218mg 21%

Iron 4mg 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.