Gallo pinto med svarta bönor

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1. Have the rice cold or at least cooled before starting; dry grains fry better and stay separate.
2. Sauté onion and pepper until soft and lightly browned.
3. Add beans with a little of their cooking liquid and the sauce. Simmer until the liquid reduces and the beans are hot.
4. Fold in the rice and stir gently so the grains stay intact. Cook until everything is steaming and some rice has picked up color.
5. Finish with cilantro and serve immediately, traditionally with eggs, avocado or plantain if desired.

1. Have the rice cold or at least cooled before starting; dry grains fry better and stay separate.
2. Sauté onion and pepper until soft and lightly browned.
3. Add beans with a little of their cooking liquid and the sauce. Simmer until the liquid reduces and the beans are hot.
4. Fold in the rice and stir gently so the grains stay intact. Cook until everything is steaming and some rice has picked up color.
5. Finish with cilantro and serve immediately, traditionally with eggs, avocado or plantain if desired.