CONGRI (CUBAN BLACK BEANS AND RICE)
This is my bother-in-law's mother's stand-by recipe for traditional Cuban fare. Healthy and good too!
Provided by gale vineyard
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 13h
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Soak beans overnight before cooking. Cook beans in six cups of water by bringing to a boil. Remove and let stand for about 60 minutes. DO NOT discard the liquid.
- 2. In cast iron skillet place the vegetable oil and rice and stir until the grains get oily. This prevents the rice grains from sticking to each other.
- 3. Add garlic, onion, bell pepper, cumin, bay leaf, oregano, black pepper and salt.
- 4. Add 2 cups liquid from the beans, bring to boil and cook on slow heat for about 25 minutes or until liquid is almost absorbed by the rice. Lower the flame, cover the pot with foil or a lid to seal in the steam.
- 5. If the rice is still hard, add more bean liquid, a little at a time. Cook until rice is well done.
- 6. Once the rice is ready, add the beans that have drained and stir. Saute one chopped garlic clove with the olive oil in a small pan and pour over the rice to add addiitional flavor and shine.
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Peelani LightBrown
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this Congri recipe is so simple and delicious that even I can make it. I love the addition of the sofrito, which gives the dish a lot of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Januz Gashi
[email protected]This Congri recipe is a family favorite! It's always a hit at parties and potlucks. I love the addition of the chorizo, which gives the dish a smoky and spicy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Tives Tive
[email protected]I'm always looking for new Cuban recipes to try, and this Congri recipe is definitely a keeper. The beans and rice are cooked perfectly, and the sofrito is flavorful and aromatic. I love serving this dish with roasted pork and a side of plantains.
barbra barbra
[email protected]This Congri recipe is a lifesaver! It's a quick and easy meal that my whole family loves. I love that I can use canned beans, which saves me a lot of time. I highly recommend this recipe!
Mohiuddin Mohiuddin
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but this Congri recipe changed my mind. The beans are cooked perfectly, and the sofrito is flavorful and aromatic. I love serving this dish with roasted pork and a side of plantains.
Garland Moore
[email protected]This Congri recipe is a family favorite! It's always a hit at parties and potlucks. I love the addition of the chorizo, which gives the dish a smoky and spicy flavor. I highly recommend this recipe!
Jameschristina Amschler
[email protected]I'm a big fan of Cuban food, and this Congri recipe is one of my favorites. The beans and rice are cooked perfectly, and the sofrito is flavorful and aromatic. I love serving this dish with roasted pork and a side of plantains.
Rasul Sarder
[email protected]This Congri recipe is a lifesaver! It's a quick and easy meal that my whole family loves. I love that I can use leftover rice, which saves me even more time. I highly recommend this recipe!
Regene Ortojan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cooking, but this Congri recipe is so simple and delicious that even I can make it. I love the addition of the sofrito, which gives the dish a lot of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kara Smith
[email protected]This Congri recipe is amazing! It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use canned beans, which saves me a lot of time. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Mea Arere
[email protected]I've tried many Congri recipes, but this one is by far the best. The rice and beans are cooked perfectly, and the sofrito is packed with flavor. This dish is a must-try!
Sandile Vukani
[email protected]This Congri recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out perfect. I love serving it with roasted pork and a side of plantains.
Mercy Powers
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but this dish changed my mind. The combination of beans, rice, and sofrito is delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Syed Touqeer Haider Zaidi
[email protected]This Congri recipe brought back memories of my childhood in Cuba. The flavors are authentic, and the dish is hearty and satisfying. I will definitely be making this again!
04 snuupii
[email protected]Cuban Congri is one of my favorite dishes, and this recipe is fantastic. The beans and rice are cooked to perfection, and the sofrito is flavorful and aromatic. I highly recommend this recipe!