Cuban Pulled Beef and Rice

10
min
Prep time
30
min
Cook time
Indulge in the bold, vibrant flavours of this Cuban Pulled Beef and Rice dish, featuring tender, spiced B Strong Pulled Beef paired with fragrant rice and black beans. Served over fluffy rice infused with lime, coriander, and black beans, this dish is a satisfying fusion of warmth and zest. Perfect for a wholesome meal, it's finished with fresh coriander, pickled jalapeños, and a squeeze of lime for a refreshing kick.
Ingredients
Serves
4
For the Pulled Beef
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 500g B Strong Pulled Beef
- ⅓ tsp onion powder
- ⅔ tsp garlic powder
- ⅔ tsp each ground cumin and ground coriander
- 130g canned crushed tomatoes
- ⅓ tsp chili powder
- 80ml (⅓ cup) beef stock
For the Black Beans and Rice
- 65g tinned black beans, drained
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- ¼ small Spanish onion, finely chopped
- ⅓ tsp garlic powder
- 130g (⅔ cup) long-grain white rice
- 415ml (1⅔ cups) hot chicken stock
- 2 tbsp coarsely chopped coriander, plus extra sprigs to serve
- Juice of ⅔ lime, plus extra wedges to serve
- ½ tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Pulled Beef:
- Heat 1 tsp olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion, chili, and garlic, and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in the cumin and coriander and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the crushed tomatoes, chilies, and beef stock. Bring to a simmer and reduce the sauce by half (about 10-12 minutes).
- Add the B Strong Pulled Beef and cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to warm through and absorb the flavors.
- Prepare the Black Beans:
- Place the drained black beans in a saucepan, cover generously with cold water, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until tender (20-25 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Rice:
- Heat ½ tbsp olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until tender (2-3 minutes).
- Add the rice and hot chicken stock, cover, and cook until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (12-15 minutes).
- Once cooked, stir in the black beans, coriander, lime juice, and extra-virgin olive oil. Mix well.
- Serve:
- Serve the black beans and rice on a platter, topped with the shredded B Strong Pulled Beef. Garnish with fresh coriander, coarsely chopped pickled jalapeño chillies, and lime wedges on the side.
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