Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo
Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo brings tender beans and fluffy rice together with smoky Spanish chorizo, onions, peppers, and warm spices for a richly layered bite. Subtle heat, a hint of vinegar brightness, and paprika depth make it special for a cozy weeknight dinner or an easy gathering with friends.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook1 hr 15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- 2
Warm oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in black beans and liquid from can, chorizo, chicken stock, picante sauce, bay leaves, paprika, vinegar, cumin, sugar, salt, black pepper, and pepper flakes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the beans are soft, about 30 minutes.
- 4
Uncover the pan; continue cooking until the mixture reaches the desired consistency, about 20 minutes more. Discard the bay leaves, taste, and adjust the seasoning.
- Calories 604.5 kcal High
- Protein 18.44 g Good Source
- Carbs 99.57 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.52 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 3.15 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 14.19 mg Low Source
- Sodium 671.72 mg High
- Fiber 8.89 g Good Source
- Sugar 14.63 g High
- Added Sugar 6.62 g Moderate
- Calcium 156.42 mg Moderate
- Iron 5.24 mg Good Source
- Potassium 307.88 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 209.58 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 1.44 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.28 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Island Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo is a Cuban dinner recipe made with 20 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 35 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Black Pepper, Carrot, and Celery. Each serving provides about 604.5 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo?
- It is a Cuban recipe made with 20 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Black Pepper, Carrot, Celery, Chicken Stock. The full list of 20 is above.
- What goes well with Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo?
- Explore these Cuban side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo?
- About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 1 hr 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 604.5 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Island-Style Black Beans with Rice and Chorizo easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 20 ingredients and 4 steps.
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