Description
A classic Costa Rican dish featuring warm, seasoned black beans mixed with rice, topped with a perfectly fried egg, fresh avocado slices, and chopped cilantro. This simple yet flavorful meal is quick to prepare, perfect for a comforting breakfast or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Rice and Beans
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup chopped cilantro
Fried Egg
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
To Serve
- 1 avocado, sliced
Instructions
- Heat the beans: In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the rinsed and drained black beans. Add cumin, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine the spices and heat the beans evenly.
- Add rice: Stir in the cooked rice and mix thoroughly until the rice is heated through, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Fry the eggs: In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan and fry them to your preferred doneness, typically sunny side up or over easy.
- Plate and garnish: Serve the warm rice and beans topped with the fried eggs. Garnish with fresh avocado slices and a generous sprinkle of chopped cilantro for added freshness and flavor.
Notes
- Use day-old rice for better texture when reheating with beans.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more cumin or salt if desired.
- For a spicier variation, add some chopped jalapeños or hot sauce when heating the beans.
- This dish pairs well with a side of fried plantains or a simple salad for a full meal.
