Arroz Mamposteao (Stewed Beans and Rice)

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup of red peppers, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup of yellow peppers, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup of cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp of tomato paste
• 1 tbsp of sofrito (Puerto Rican sauce)
• 3 cups of cooked brown rice
• stewed beans
• extra cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the red and yellow peppers, cilantro, tomato paste, and sofrito. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes, or until peppers are tender. Transfer to a large serving bowl.

2. Add the cooked rice and stewed beans to the serving bowl and mix thoroughly.

3. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.