Cubana of Moros and Christians

If in Cuba there is a dish popular taste is Moros y Cristianos, whose name refers to the black beans and white rice. Today this tasty dish is popular throughout the Caribbean and Brazil.
Moors and Christians as garnish a steak, with a small portion of greens

Information recipe
Servings: 4
Preparation time: 15 min.
Cooking time: 50 min.
Total time: 65 min.
Difficulty: Easy
Season: All year
Calorie level: Medium

Ingredients - Moors and Christians
     Black beans 1 cup (300 grams)
     3 cups long grain white rice
     1 onion, chopped into cubes
     4 cloves garlic 4 tablespoons minced or crushed garlic
     Salt, pepper, cumin and oregano to taste
     Olive oil or vegetable

preparation
Soak a day before the black beans in water for faster cooking
Cook beans in water with a little salt, within 30 minutes, once ready drain them and reserve the water
Prepare a dressing with onion and garlic, season with salt, pepper, cumin and oregano, pour the rice, stir the water preparation and add the beans, cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes. If the liquid is insufficient complete with water or broth
Finally, add the beans, stir the coffee, remove from heat and serve in bowls
Secrets of the Moors and Christians
Usually, this dish is a perfect side dish for meat and stews
You could also add at the end a dressing made with onion, garlic, bacon and sausage
Another ingredient that is often added to this dish are peppers and cilantro sprigs.