Description
Learn how to make delicious Dominican rice and beans with our easy-to-follow, step-by-step recipe. Get the best flavor every time!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or corn)
- 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 bell pepper (green or red), finely diced
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp tomato paste or 2 tbsp tomato sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cans (15 oz each) red kidney or pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth (or water)
- 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed until water runs clear
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Sofrito Base: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened (5-7 mins). Add garlic and cilantro, cook 1-2 mins until fragrant.
- Sauté and Build Flavor: Stir in tomato paste/sauce, cook 1-2 mins. Add oregano and bay leaf, cook 1 minute until aromatic.
- Add Beans and Liquids: Add drained and rinsed beans and broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes.
- Introduce Rice: Add rinsed rice to the pot. Stir gently once. Season with salt and pepper. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a rolling boil.
- Simmer to Perfection: Reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and simmer undisturbed for 20 minutes. Do not lift the lid.
- Rest and Fluff: Turn off heat, leave covered for another 10 minutes. Remove lid and gently fluff with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins