Orinoco Red Beans and Rice

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 17
Orinoco Red Beans and Rice for a Savory Meal
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 lb bacon , finely chopped
8 garlic cloves , minced
1 small onion , finely chopped
1 small red bell pepper , finely chopped
12 chili peppers , seeded and finely chopped ( aji dulce or 3 Italian frying peppers )
4 scallions , white and light green parts , finely chopped
1 medium leek , white and light green part , finely chopped
1 celery rib , with leaves finely chopped
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro , plus 3 cilantro sprigs
1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
one 15 1/2-ounce can red kidney beans , drained and rinsed
2 cups long-grain rice , rinsed well and drained
4 cups water
kosher salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
357
Sugar
2g
Fat
10g
Orinoco Red Beans and Rice is a hearty and tasty dish popular in Venezuela and its surrounding regions. The mix of kidney beans, rice, and vegetables cooked with bacon and spices brings out an intense savory flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. You can easily customize the dish by adjusting the heat level to your liking or adding other ingredients like chicken or sausage to enhance the flavor. It's a one-pot meal that's suitable for a quick lunch or a hearty dinner for the whole family.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add the bacon and cook until crisp, then remove from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside.
3.In the same pot, sauté the garlic, onion, and red pepper until they soften, about 5 minutes.
4.Add the chili peppers, scallions, leek, and celery, and sauté for another 5 minutes.
5.Stir in the cilantro, parsley, and kidney beans and cook for 2-3 minutes.
6.Add the rice, water, and salt to the pot and bring to a boil.
7.Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
8.Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
9.Remove the pot from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
10.Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the reserved bacon.
11.Garnish with cilantro sprigs and serve hot.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients, making it affordable.

The flavorful blend of vegetables, spices, and bacon along with the nutritious kidney beans and rice makes it a well-rounded meal.

CONS

This dish may not suit people with sensitive stomachs due to the use of chili peppers and garlic.

It contains a significant amount of carbohydrates which may not be suitable for a low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kidney beans are a good source of protein, fiber, and micronutrients like iron and folate.
They have been shown to help with weight management, blood sugar control, and heart health.
Rice is rich in carbohydrates, essential amino acids, and some B vitamins.

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