Brazilian Feijoada-Inspired Beans & Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) Cooked black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup (about 180 g) Cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1/2 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1/2 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth (or water)
• 1 tbsp Lime juice(optional)
• 2 tbsp Orange juice(optional)
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 1/4 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   Prep (10 minutes): Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Measure spices and tomato paste; drain and rinse the black beans.

2. 2

   Cook (45 minutes total): Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Sauté onion for 5 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook 1 minute.

3. 3

   Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute, then add black beans and broth. Simmer gently for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and flavorful.

4. 4

   Serve: Spoon the bean mixture over the cooked rice. If using, stir in lime juice and orange juice and drizzle over the bowls. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.