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Gallo Pinto 03

Gallo Pinto 03 is built on White Rice and Oil. Save it, add the ingredients to your shopping list, and cook it tonight.

Ingredients

• 1 cup
• 1 1/2 cup
• 4 tbsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Soak the beans overnight in water.

2. 2

   The next day, drain the beans and place in a large pot with 2 quarts water.

3. 3

   Pin the bay leaf to the onion and add it with the garlic to the beans.

4. 4

   Gradually bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and gently simmer for 40 to 50 minutes, or until the beans are tender but not soft, adding the salt the last 10 minutes.

5. 5

   Refresh the beans under cold water and drain.

6. 6

   Bring 3 cups of water and 1 teaspoon salt to a boil in a saucepan.

7. 7

   Add the rice, cover the pan, and gently simmer for 20 minutes or until the grains are tender.

8. 8

   Uncover the pan and let cool.

9. 9

   Heat the oil in a large saute pan.

10. 10

    Add the onions and fry over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown.

11. 11

    Remove the onions with a slotted spoon. (You can use the onion in soups, stews or stock.) Add the beans and rice and cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the rice is lightly browned and the mixture is aromatic.

12. 12

    Correct the seasoning and serve.