Chorizo and Black Beans with Basil Infused Rice

Ingredients:

• 1/2 tablespoon of chopped basil
• 1 mug of rice
• 1/2 lb of chorizo
• 1 can of black beans
• 1/4 red onion (diced)
• salt
• cumin
• paprika
• red chili flakes
• chili powder
• oregano

In case you couldn’t tell already, I like making 1 (or maybe 2) pot meals that are quick and simple. I actually took note of the clock this time and this delicious meal only took about 20-25 minutes. (Take that Rachel Ray!)

For the rice, I started by toasting it for a few minutes in the pan to bring out a little nuttiness. Then add your two mugs of water and the basil. (I wanted to do something slightly different than your everyday plain white rice.)

In a large pan, brown the chorizo in about a tablespoon or two of vegetable oil. Add the diced onion and let it soften. Sprinkle with salt, and add maybe a teaspoon or so of each of the other seasonings. Stir in the beans and then taste it to see if you need to add anymore flavor.

Spoon over the rice and I served it with a nice dollop of sour cream and some tortilla chips on the side. The chips make a nice edible spoon to get the food to your mouth. I had it for lunch at work the next day without the sour cream and it was still quite tasty. Enjoy!