Beef and Rice Bowl with Fried Plantains
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Beef and Rice Bowl with Fried Plantains

Seasoned ground beef with rice, black beans, and crispy fried plantains. A complete Puerto Rican plate.

500kcalCalories
34gProtein
48gCarbs
18gFat
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
~$4.57 per serving

Ingredients

Lean ground beef8 oz (225g)
$2.50
White rice1 cup dry (200g)
$0.50
Canned black beans1/2 cup
$0.40
Ripe plantain1 large
$0.60
Coconut oil2 tbsp
$0.25
Sofrito1 tbsp
$0.30
Salt and pepperto taste
$0.02
Estimated total$4.57

Ground beef ~$4.99/lb. Plantains ~$0.69 each. Black beans ~$0.99/can.

Instructions

1

Cook rice according to package directions.

2

Brown ground beef with sofrito in a skillet for 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

3

Warm black beans in a small pot.

4

Peel and slice plantain. Fry in coconut oil 3-4 minutes per side until golden.

5

Assemble bowls: rice, seasoned beef, black beans, and fried plantains.

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