Costa Rican Gallo Pinto

Instructions

1. In a large deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions for 2 minutes until transparent. Add the bell peppers and continue to cook for 3 minutes. Toss in the garlic and thyme, stir well to combine.
2. Gently pour in the black beans and reserves 3/4 cup of bean cooking liquid into the pan. Stir well to combine without breaking the beans. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
3. Add in the rice, breaking up any clumps by hand.
4. Stir the beans and rice mixture together so that all of the liquid coats the grains of rice, turning it slightly brown.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (To be authentic Costa Rican the recipe needs a lot of salt)
6. Add in the finely chopped coriander, still well to combine.