Gallo Pinto Red Beans And Rice

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From the website whats4eats, this is describes as a dish typical to costa rica and nicaragua. Other variations are included below and give a regional taste from other parts of central america.

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Steps

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Heat the oil in a large skillet or saut pan over medium-high flame.

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Add the onions , bell pepper and garlic and saut for about 2-3 minutes , or until cooked through.

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Stir in the drained beans , some of their reserved liquid , salt and pepper.

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Bring to a boil , then reduce heat to medium-low and continue to simmer until heated through.

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Add the rice and stir into the beans and heat through.

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Adjust seasoning and add a little more bean liquid if necessary.

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Serve hot.

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Variations:.

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Casamiento : use black beans instead of red beans.

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Nicaraguans on the caribbean coast use coconut oil instead of regular vegetable oil.

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Stir in some chopped cilantro.

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Add a few dashes of bottled pepper sauce or worcerstershire sauce for added flavor.

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Ingredients

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oil, onion, bell pepper, garlic cloves, kidney beans, salt and pepper, cooked rice