Southwestern Steak Black Beans Rice Recipes

SOUTHWEST BEEF & RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• Cook rice according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the rice, beans, broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

SOUTHWESTERN RICE

Steps:

• In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute pepper and onion 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute., Stir in rice, spices and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook, covered, until heated through.

SOUTHWESTERN STEAK, BLACK BEANS & RICE

Steps:

• Preheat grill or broiler. Rub both sides of steak with 2 tablespoons canola oil. Mix chili powder, cumin and 1/2 teaspoon salt; rub onto steak until well coated. Grill or broil steak 10 minutes for medium-rare, turning halfway through cooking, or to desired doneness. Place steak on cutting board and let rest 5 minutes before thinly slicing across the grain; set aside.
• Meanwhile, grate 1 tablespoon lemon zest and combine with juice from two lemons and remaining 2 tablespoons canola oil in large bowl. Add tomatoes, black beans and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and mix well. Add hot rice and toss to blend.
• Place rice mixture on large serving platter and top with beef slices. Garnish with cilantro and additional lemon wedges, if desired.

SOUTHWEST RICE AND BEANS FROM ROBERTO MARTIN

Steps:

• For the rice:.
• Heat a large sautee pan with tight fitting lid, over high heat.
• Add the oil and allow to come to a shimmer.
• Add rice and stir for 3 minutes.
• Add onion, cook and continue stirring for another 3 minutes.
• Slowly add broth, reduce heat to low; cover and allow rice to simmer until all the broth has been absorbed and rice is completely cooked (about 20-25 minutes).
• Remove pan from heat and keep rice covered until ready to use.
• For the beans:.
• Heat large soup pot over high heat.
• Add oil and allow to come to a shimmer.
• Add onions and cook, stirring, until onion begins to turn color.
• Add garlic and oregano; cook for 1 minute.
• Reduce heat to medium, add tomatoes, broth, beans and cilantro.
• Allow to simmer until liquid is reduced by half (about 20 minutes).
• Season to taste with salt and pepper; mix in sliced scallions and remove the pot from heat.
• Prior to serving, add rice to beans and stir to incorporate. (or serve beans over rice).
• Serve in shallow bowls and top each serving with sliced avocado.
• Serve with warm tortillas, if desired.

QUICK SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEANS

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
• Add the onions and sauté for 4 minutes, or until soft.
• Add the garlic, chili powder, and cumin and sauté for 1 minute.
• Stir in the beans and water (and cilantro if using dried).
• Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes, or until the beans are heated through and most of the liquid has evaporated.
• Remove from heat and stir in the cilantro (if using fresh) and lime juice.

SOUTHWESTERN BLACK BEAN STEW

Steps:

• In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute the ground beef and drain the excess fat. Add taco seasoning, and stir. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
• In a slow cooker over low heat, combine the corn, beans, tomato paste and water. Mix well. Add the seasoned meat and the sour cream. Raise heat to high setting and simmer for 20 minutes. Pour into individual bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese.