Instant Pot Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto)

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Instant Pot Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto) Recipe

Instant Pot Rice and Beans (Gallo Pinto) is a tasty and simple meal that is ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. The combination of rice, black beans, and spices adds a lot of flavor to this dish, which can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tsp cumin
• Season with salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15 1/2 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Instructions

• Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the olive oil.
• When the oil is hot, add the onion and red bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables soften.
• Cook for another minute after adding the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
• Stir together the uncooked rice, black beans, and chicken or vegetable broth in the Instant Pot.
• Set the valve to sealing and close the Instant Pot lid.
• Set the timer to 5 minutes in manual mode.
• Allow the Instant Pot to naturally release pressure for 10 minutes after the timer goes off before performing a quick release.
• Remove the lid and use a fork to fluff the rice and beans.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges, while still hot.

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