Casado
Casado is a traditional Costa Rican dish consisting of rice, black beans, plantains, salad, and a choice of meat such as chicken, beef, or fish. It is a popular and flavorful meal that offers a taste of the diverse flavors of Costa Rican cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 ripe plantains
- 1 pound chicken beef, or fish (your choice)
- 4 cups lettuce shredded
- 2 tomatoes sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil
- Lizano sauce or Worcestershire sauce for seasoning (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a saucepan, heat some oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add the black beans and cook until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a separate pan, cook your choice of meat until fully cooked. Season with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.
- Peel the plantains and slice them diagonally. Heat some oil in a pan and fry the plantains until golden brown on each side.
- Assemble each plate with a serving of rice, black beans, meat, fried plantains, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and onions.
- Serve with Lizano sauce or Worcestershire sauce on the side for extra flavor.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 730kcal (37%)Carbohydrates: 110g (37%)Protein: 28g (56%)Fat: 20g (31%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 111mg (37%)Sodium: 108mg (5%)Potassium: 1069mg (31%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 20g (22%)Vitamin A: 1974IU (39%)Vitamin C: 29mg (35%)Calcium: 66mg (7%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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