Easy Rum-Flavored Black Beans and Rice

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
24%
Easy Rum-Flavored Black Beans and Rice
45 min.
4
632kcal

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If you’re looking for a dish that’s both comforting and infused with a unique twist, look no further than our Easy Rum-Flavored Black Beans and Rice. This delightful recipe marries the heartiness of black beans with the aromatic depth of dark rum, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and those with gluten-free or dairy-free diets, this dish is ideal for any meal, whether as a side or a main course.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that serves four, bursting with flavors and nutritional benefits. The black beans provide a fantastic source of protein, while the colorful carrots and celery add essential vitamins and a delightful crunch. As the ingredients meld together, the garlic and onions create a savory base that's simply irresistible. And let’s not forget the splash of dark rum, which enhances the overall richness and brings a surprisingly delightful twist to a classic comfort food favorite.

Paired with fluffy white rice, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that invites you to savor every bite. Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a comforting side dish, our Easy Rum-Flavored Black Beans and Rice is sure to become a staple in your cooking repertoire. Dive into the flavors, enjoy the simplicity, and relish in the joy of cooking with this exquisite recipe!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce black beans rinsed drained canned
  • 0.5 cup carrots chopped
  • 0.5 cup celery chopped
  • 0.3 cup rum dark
  • teaspoon parsley fresh chopped for garnish
  • cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper black
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • large onion chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups water 
  • cups rice white uncooked

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the carrots, celery, garlic, and onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the black beans, salt, pepper, 1/4 cup of parsley, and dark rum. Continue cooking until heated through.
  3. Serve over a bed of rice and garnish with 1 teaspoon of parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories632kcal
Protein9.61%
Fat22.06%
Carbs68.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
69
Glycemic Load
46.93
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
20.099565174269%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.43mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
3.76mg
Kaempferol
0.56mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
15.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:631.79kcal
31.59%
Fat:14.58g
22.43%
Saturated Fat:2.16g
13.48%
Carbohydrates:101.63g
33.88%
Net Carbohydrates:91.04g
33.1%
Sugar:4.25g
4.72%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:1031.19mg
44.83%
Alcohol:5.01g
100%
Alcohol %:1.11%
100%
Protein:14.28g
28.57%
Manganese:1.47mg
73.65%
Vitamin A:2739.14IU
54.78%
Fiber:10.59g
42.36%
Phosphorus:257.17mg
25.72%
Copper:0.5mg
25.11%
Folate:94.25µg
23.56%
Selenium:16.23µg
23.19%
Magnesium:74.71mg
18.68%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.48%
Potassium:643.38mg
18.38%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.9%
Iron:3.15mg
17.52%
Vitamin E:2.21mg
14.7%
Vitamin K:15.2µg
14.48%
Vitamin B5:1.32mg
13.22%
Vitamin C:10.73mg
13%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.59%
Vitamin B3:2.45mg
12.25%
Zinc:1.83mg
12.23%
Calcium:104.85mg
10.49%
Source:Allrecipes