Black Beans and Rice with Sausage
A comforting and flavorful dish made with black beans, rice, and sausage, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed Canned black beans are convenient and cost-effective.
- 1 cup rice (white or brown) Brown rice will require a longer cooking time.
- 2 pieces sausages (your choice, sliced) Italian, turkey, or chicken sausage can be used.
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 piece bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Olive oil for cooking
Optional Toppings
- as desired Fresh cilantro Brightens the flavors.
- as desired Lime wedges Adds acidity.
- as desired Diced avocado For creaminess.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Once hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3-5 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
- Toss in the minced garlic and the sausage slices, cooking until the sausage is nicely browned.
- Stir in the rice, black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to blend all those delightful flavors.
Cooking
- Pour in the broth, bringing the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and allow it to simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff with a fork and serve with your choice of optional toppings.
Notes
To enhance flavor, let the rice soak in the broth for about 10 minutes before cooking. Can be made vegetarian by substituting sausage with meat alternatives and using vegetable broth.