Gallo Pinto
Gallo Pinto is a traditional dish from Central America, particularly popular in Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It consists of rice and beans cooked together with various seasonings like onions, bell peppers, and cilantro. It's a flavorful and hearty dish that is often enjoyed for breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice cooked
- 2 cups black beans cooked (or red beans)
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 small red bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat some olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper, sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cooked rice and beans to the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables and spices.
- Cook for a few minutes until everything is heated through and well combined.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot as a side dish or as a main meal topped with a fried egg.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 472kcal (24%)Carbohydrates: 99g (33%)Protein: 15g (30%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 0.3g (2%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 514mg (15%)Fiber: 10g (42%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 697IU (14%)Vitamin C: 28mg (34%)Calcium: 65mg (7%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
