Casado
Casado is a traditional Costa Rican meal. It consists of rice, black beans, plantains, salad, a tortilla, and an optional protein such as chicken, beef, pork, or fish.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Vegetable oil - For frying
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Chicken - 4 breasts
- Tortillas - 4
- Mixed salad - 4 cups
- Plantains - 2, sliced
- Black beans - 2 cups, cooked
- Rice - 2 cups
Let's Get Started
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions.
- In a separate pan, heat the black beans over medium heat.
- In another pan, heat the vegetable oil and fry the plantain slices until golden brown.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and grill until cooked through.
- Serve the rice, beans, plantains, salad, and chicken on a plate with a tortilla on the side.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 80g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Sugar: 10g
