Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) smoked or cooked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Slice sausage and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened, about 3-5 minutes. Add sausage slices and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in rice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth or water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Uncover, stir in rinsed black beans, and cook for an additional 5 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
- Use high-quality sausage for best flavor.
- Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Vegetarian option: replace sausage with grilled vegetables or plant-based sausage.
- Top with shredded cheese or sour cream for extra richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
