How Do You Make Cuban Black Beans And Rice?
Cuban black beans and rice provides an excellent source of protein as a great side dish or a complete meal. The name refers to the wars between the Moors (blacks) and Spaniards, who were white. Black beans are a staple in Cuban cooking and common throughout homes and restaurants in Cuba. It’s easy to learn to make Cuban black beans and rice and enjoy the benefits of this delicious dish. Read on to learn more. Gather your ingredients which will include 1 lb. dry black beans, 8 cups water, 1 large onion, chopped, 3 green peppers, chopped, 1 clove garlic, chopped, 1/2 cup olive oil, 3 bay leaves, 1 tbsp. salt, vinegar and raw chopped onion on the side and 1 cup uncooked white rice. Wash the beans thoroughly then soak them in 4 cups of water overnight. A crock pot would be handy for this task. Keep the water you soaked the beans in during the previous night and add 4 more cups of water. Fry the onions, green peppers and garlic lightly in the olive oil. Mix together all the ingredients exce
