Gallo Pinto Recipe

Name: Gallo Pinto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 head onion, chopped; 1 1/2 chopped red bell pepper; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp vegetable oil; 3 cup cooked white rice; 2 cup cooked black beans; 1/3 cup liquid from the black beans; 2 1/2 tbsp Lizano Sauce; 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste; 1 some chopped cilantro to taste; 1 pinch dried oregano

Servings: persons

1
Set stove to a medium heat mark.
2
In a thick bottom frying pan with vegetable oil, toss the chopped onions and peppers until soft.
3
Add minced garlic, and stir in the rice.
4
Adjust stove temperature to high.
5
Mix rice until it's covered with the previous vegetable mix.
6
Cook until it's glossy and crispy.
7
Add the beans and mix, add the Lizano Sauce (you can get it from any supermarket) the salt and pepper, a pinch of dried oregano and add a little of the bean broth.
8
Add to taste.
9
The less juice you put gives you a more crispy and fluffy Gallo Pinto.
10
The more you add gives you a moist, soft and gooey consistency.
11
It's all about your own personal choice!
12
Keep cooking and mixing until you reach the consistency you like.
13
Mix in the cilantro.
14
Mix and serve hot with some sides and drink coffee with it.
15
A hearty breakfast and a good way to use up leftover rice.
16
You can also substitute for canned beans.

855

kcal

Calories

Fat

183

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 head onion, chopped, 1 1/2 chopped red bell pepper, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 tsp vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Gallo Pinto falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gallo Pinto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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