Black beans with pork

Black beans with pork is one of the most complete and nutritious dishes on the Guatemalan table. Beans are a type of grain commonly consumed in this region, and when paired with pork, it becomes even more suitable for a main course.

Its origins date back to ancestral times, when basic ingredients such as beans and pork were abundant and accessible.

For Guatemalan culture, this dish represents not only a feast for the palate, but also a reflection of identity.

Black beans with pork

Main Dish
1 hour
8 Servings

Ingredients

1 kilogram of Clean black beans

1 kilogram of Pork meat in pieces

½ kilogram of Pork backbone

1 tablespoon of Oil

4 Jalapeño peppers

3 Tomatoes

4 Medium onions

4 Garlic cloves

2 cups of Rice

1 Bunch of cilantro

1 pinch of Salt

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare this delicious dish, first soak the black beans two hours in advance.

Step 2 : Then, strain and cook the beans in clean water until they are tender, but not completely soft.

Step 3 : In a pressure cooker, combine the pork meat (pieces and backbone) with the garlic and enough water.

Step 4 : Cook for 35-45 minutes or until the beans are ready.

Step 5 : Once cooked, add salt and pepper to taste, a cup of cold water, and let it boil for another 15 minutes.

Step 6 : Separately, cook the rice without stewing.

Step 7 : Add 2 cups of rice and 4 of water to a pot with a little salt, cook over medium heat and covered until all the water is consumed and the rice is ready.

Step 8 : To make the pico de gallo, finely chop the chili, tomato, and onion, add the cilantro leaves, season with salt, pepper, and a tablespoon of oil, and mix well.

Step 9 : To serve, place the pork and bean broth on a plate, add a large spoonful of rice, and top with pico de gallo.

Step 10 : And ready to enjoy this delicious dish!

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