Follow these steps for perfect results
white rice
pink or red beans with sauce
sofrito
diced onions
diced
sazon
adobo
salt
black pepper
potato
quartered
tomato sauce
spanish green olives with pimento
chicken broth or water
Boil rice as directed on package with salt (usually every cup of rice is 2 cups of water).
Set aside the cooked rice.
In a medium pan, heat sofrito and onion until onion is almost translucent.
Combine beans with sauce, sazon, adobo, salt, black pepper, quartered potato, tomato sauce, and Spanish green olives with pimento in the pan.
Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are fork tender (about 30 minutes).
If needed, add a little chicken broth or water to maintain a saucy consistency.
Serve the beans over the cooked white rice.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of adobo and salt to your taste.
For a richer flavor, use homemade sofrito.
Add a bay leaf during simmering for extra aroma.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve in a bowl, topped with a sprig of cilantro or parsley.
Serve as a side dish with grilled chicken or pork.
Serve as a main course with a side salad.
Complements the savory flavors without overpowering.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A staple dish in Puerto Rican cuisine, often served at family gatherings and celebrations.
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