Ingredients for Mexican Bean Pilaf
- 2 water glasses (about 200 ml / 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp each) rice
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 glasses water
- 1 water glass (about 200 ml / 3/4 cup + 1 tbsp) canned Mexican beans (410 g / about 14.5 oz)
- Salt
How to Make Mexican Bean Pilaf
Pick over and rinse 2 water glasses of rice. Place it in a bowl, cover with hot water until submerged, and let it soak until the water cools. In a pilaf pot, melt 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add 2 glasses of water and bring to a boil, then add the drained rice and 1 water glass of rinsed and drained Mexican beans. Season with salt. Once boiling, reduce the heat and cook for 15 minutes. Enjoy your meal…
About This Recipe
Mexican beans have firmly established themselves in our country's kitchens in recent years — yet they have actually been consumed in southern Mexico and Central America for 7,000 years.
The benefits of Mexican beans are countless. For example, Mexican beans are high in antioxidants. Their high magnesium content also means that when consumed regularly, they can help relieve conditions such as anxiety, exhaustion, and fatigue. They are known to reduce the risk of cancer. They help prevent cardiovascular disease. They protect bone health. They regulate blood pressure. They support colon function and reduce the symptoms of menopause. They are also very beneficial for regulating bad LDL cholesterol levels. Since they contain a high amount of protein, those who eat them get as much protein as they would from a sufficient serving of meat. Another important and surprising benefit of Mexican beans is that they slow down sugar absorption, helping to regulate your blood sugar levels. This means you won't get hungry quickly, and since your blood sugar doesn't spike, you won't feel the urge to eat. In other words, consuming Mexican beans can make it easier to lose weight.
Today we combined our famous Buttery Pilaf with this antioxidant-packed, health-boosting ingredient — and it turned out wonderfully! Our Mexican Bean Pilaf recipe is truly delicious. Bon appétit!
