Mexican Rice and Beans
This dish is sure to be a Daniel Fast favorite, especially if you like spicy foods (I'd rate this one as mild to medium on the heat scale). But if you don't do spice, you can always omit the cayenne pepper and use diced tomatoes instead of the tomatoes and green chilies.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup diced red onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups brown rice, uncooked
- 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Ro-tel)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 15.5-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Rinse rice in a strainer under cold running water for 30 seconds, swirling the rice around with your hand. Drain, and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onions, and cook until soft and translucent. Add garlic, and cook one minute, stirring frequently so garlic doesn't burn.
- Pour in water, rice, tomatoes and chilies, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat and cover. Simmer 45-55 minutes or until rice is tender and nearly all of the liquid is absorbed. Add beans, and stir well. Cook another 8-10 minutes. Add parsley, and serve.
- Yield: 6 servings (serving size: about 1 cup)
Notes
- This recipe is fairly spicy, so to cut down on the "heat," reduce cayenne pepper to 1/8 teaspoon or elminate it completely.
- Add avocado slices as a garnish.
I am confused on citric acid being permissible that is found in the can. Looking forward to trying this tomorrow.
Hi, Robin. n the Daniel Fast you should avoid additives, chemicals, and preservatives as much as possible. However, there are some ingredients in canned foods that are considered “natural” preservatives. Examples are salt, lemon juice, ascorbic acid, and citric acid. I hope you like the recipe!
Going to make this tonight. I thought the citric acid that is in Rotel was not allowed by the fast guidelines.
Great! I hope you like it. On the Daniel Fast you should avoid additives, chemicals, and preservatives as much as possible. However, there are some ingredients in canned foods that are considered “natural” preservatives. Examples are salt, lemon juice, ascorbic acid, and citric acid.
My whole family enjoyed this recipe a lot! I substituted a can of 15 oz. can of tomato sauce for the tomatoes and left the pepper out. Thank you for your recipes! I plan to use this one on a regular basis!
Blessings, Sarah
Great, Sarah! I’m so glad it was a hit with your family. May God bless you abundantly as you seek Him!
Can quick-cook brown rice be used?
Hi, Victoria! Yes, quick-cook brown rice is certainly an option.
Just wanted you to know sucessfully finished my fast weeks ago and loved all of our recipes, but this one by far was my favorite! Since today is cinco de mayo I am using it again and I’m not on the fast;) Thanks for all that you do for the kingdom!
Thank you for your comments! May the Lord continue to strengthen you and fill you with his peace as you trust in Him. 🙂
I did not realize that rice and flour can be used in this fast
Yes, whole grains are allowed on the fast. You may find some variations online (some may not eat grains); however, most people include them. Be sure that you only use 100% whole grain flour. Also, white rice is not allowed, nor is white flour (because it has been processed and stripped of its nutrients). Refer to my Food Guidelines page for additional help.
What can I substitute for the cayenne pepper as I am allergic to it? Thank you.
You can add any “hot” spice you like (such as chipotle chile seasoning or chili powder), or you can just leave it out. Whichever you prefer!
Great !
I made this Tuesday night and it turned out great! My hubby added salsa on his and it was a big hit!! Thank you so much for all these recipes! I’m making the red bean & rice tonight.
Great! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Hope you find many more “keepers!”
I thought I bought black beans, is there a substitution? I am on day one of the Daniel fast…
It will change the taste, but you can certainly use another type of bean. I think I’d recommend pinto beans or possibly kidney beans for a substitution.
Thanks for your comment, and you’re welcome for the recipes. I’m glad they are helping. YES, you definitely need to try the date honey. It’s yummy! 😉
I made this a few days ago, it was great! Thanks for sharing the recipes! I’m planning on making date honey soon.