Rice & Beans [Budget Friendly Family Meals Under R100]

Mums if you’re looking for a warm, one-pot, budget-friendly family dinner then look no further. Made with simple ingredients, this dish is filling and very tasty. (Source)

Most of the ingredients can already be found in the cupboard – which means you most probably will only need to buy a can of black beans which costs around R15.

Watch how simple this recipe is then scroll further down for the ingredients and recipe.

COOK TIME: 1 hr
SERVINGS: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion diced
• 1 large bell pepper diced (any color can be used)
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 tsp.ground cumin
• ¼ tsp. red pepper flakes (can be left out if desired)
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 2 cups long-grain brown rice
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can of black beans, rinsed
• A handful of coriander chopped (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. In a large pot sauté the onion in olive oil for about 3-5 minutes. Add the red pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the garlic, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Cook for a minute.
3. Add the diced tomatoes and keep cooking, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
4. At this point, add the rice and veggie broth. Stir everything well and bring to a boil. Cover with a tight lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 45 minutes,* or until the rice is cooked through.
5. Stir in the black beans and cilantro. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve.