Puerto Rican Rice and Beans with Sweet Plantains

Elaboración

1. 01
   Paso 1Heat the oil

   Add a drizzle of olive oil to a large pot over medium heat.

   aceite de oliva
2. 02
   Paso 2Cook the sofrito2 min

   Add the sofrito and cook for a minute or two.

   Sofrito
3. 03
   Paso 3Add tomato sauce and spices

   Add the tomato sauce, Sazón, Adobo, and oregano. Stir everything together.

   salsa de tomateSazónadoboorégano
4. 04
   Paso 4Add the salami

   Add the diced salami or ham and mix well.

   Nota

   Ham steak works too if you prefer it over salami.

   salami
5. 05
   Paso 5Add beans and vegetables

   Add the drained and rinsed pink beans, diced potatoes, and olives.

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6. 06
   Paso 6Add water and season

   Add 2.5 cups of water. Season with salt, pepper, Adobo, garlic powder, and oregano to taste.

   Nota

   Add more water if you like your beans brothier.

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7. 07
   Paso 7Simmer the beans25 min

   Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20–30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and everything is heated through. Stir occasionally.

8. 08
   Paso 8Cook the rice20 min

   Wash 2 cups of white rice very well. Add to a pot with 4 cups of water and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low, cover, and cook for about 15–20 minutes until tender.

   arroz blancoaguasal
9. 09
   Paso 9Slice the plantains

   Slice the very ripe sweet plantains about ¼–½ inch thick.

   plátano macho
10. 10
    Paso 10Fry the plantains6 min

    Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the plantains for a few minutes on each side until golden brown, caramelized, and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and sprinkle with salt.

    aceite vegetalsal
11. 11
    Paso 11Serve

    Serve the habichuelas over white rice, with avocado on the side and the sweet, caramelized amarillos.

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