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Rice Bowl with Beans and Fried Plantains

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Rice bowl with beans and fried plantains. A comforting plant-forward meal with sweet and savory flavors and satisfying texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 342
Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup white rice
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 ripe plantains sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

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Cooking Instructions
 

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  2. Heat black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Season beans with paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add sliced plantains in a single layer.
  6. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer plantains to a paper towel-lined plate.
  8. Divide cooked rice among serving bowls.
  9. Top with beans and fried plantains.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 512mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 1426IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

• Use ripe yellow plantains with dark spots for the sweetest flavor
• Pinto beans or red beans can be substituted for black beans
• Add avocado slices for extra richness if desired

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