Spicy Black Beans with Bell Peppers and Rice Recipe

Name: Spicy Black Beans with Bell Peppers and Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, diced; 1 cup chopped green bell pepper; 1 cup chopped red bell pepper; 3 large garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 jalapeno chili, seeded, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 15- to 16-ounce cans black beans, drained; 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes with added puree; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco); 1 1/3 cups rice, cooked

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, diced
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 jalapeno chili, seeded, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 15- to 16-ounce cans black beans, drained
2 cups canned crushed tomatoes with added puree
1/4 cup orange juice
1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco)
1 1/3 cups rice, cooked

1
Heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat.
2
Add onion, bell peppers, garlic, cumin, jalapeno and oregano; saute until vegetables begin to soften, about 8 minutes.
3
Mash 1/2 cup beans.
4
Add mashed beans, whole beans, tomatoes, orange juice and hot pepper sauce to skillet.
5
Bring to boil, stirring frequently.
6
reduce heat, cover and simmer 15 minutes.
7
Uncover and simmer until reduced to thick sauce consistency, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes.
8
Season with salt and pepper.
9
Mound rice in center of platter.
10
Spoon black bean mixture over.

527

kcal

Calories

Fat

104

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.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 large onion, diced, 1 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1 cup chopped red bell pepper, and more.

Yes, Spicy Black Beans with Bell Peppers and Rice falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Spicy Black Beans with Bell Peppers and Rice

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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