20-Min Moros y Cristianos Bowl
Black beans and white rice layered in one skillet with caramelized onions, garlic, and a splash of vinegar—the iconic Cuban comfort dish ready in 20 minutes. Serve warm with lime and hot sauce on the side.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 12g
Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked white rice (from 1 cup raw)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced thin
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 whole lime (for serving)
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add sliced onions. Sauté, stirring occasionally, until golden and soft, about 6 minutes.
- 3
Add garlic and cumin. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 4
Stir in black beans and vinegar. Cook until warmed through, about 2 minutes.
- 5
Push bean mixture to the side of the skillet. Add rice to the empty space and warm it, stirring gently, about 2 minutes.
- 6
Serve warm. Squeeze fresh lime over each bowl and pass hot sauce at the table.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- chef's knife
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