Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice And Beans) Recipe

Name: Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice And Beans)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 cups cooked white rice; 2 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 2 -3 tablespoons vegetarian worcestershire sauce (regular can be used as well); salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; fresh cilantro (optional); sliced green onion (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups cooked white rice
2 cups cooked black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 -3 tablespoons vegetarian worcestershire sauce (regular can be used as well)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
fresh cilantro (optional)
sliced green onion (optional)

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add onion and saute until it just begins to soften and turns color.
3
Add garlic and saute for about 5 minutes, or until onion is golden.
4
Add spices and Worcestershire, and stir into onion and garlic.
5
(The first time I made this, I was afraid to add the full 3 Tbsp of Worcestershire, but the addition of the rice balances the flavor out).
6
Next, add the beans and then the rice.
7
Combine the rice and beans evenly and cook until mixture is heated through.
8
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.
9
Garnish with some chopped cilantro or green onions if you prefer.
10
Vegetarians use only the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce.

806

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 3 cups cooked white rice, and more.

Yes, Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice And Beans) 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.

Gallo Pinto (Costa Rican Rice And Beans)

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