Gallo Pinto

Gallo Pinto is a traditional Costa Rican and Nicaragua recipe made with cooked rice and beans.

If you have never heard of this recipe for Gallo Pinto, then today is you are going to learn about this recipe and how to make it.

This recipe can be made ahead, and it is super easy to make, we used cooked rice.

Let’s begin!

What to Sever with Gallo Pinto?

Amigos, this Costa Rican Gallo Pinto recipe, can be basically served with almost anything. You see, Gallo Pinto can be served with scrambled eggs, meat, or chicken on the side or used as corn tortilla filling.

You can serve this dish with anything your heart desired.

What is Gallo Pinto made of?

This Gallo Pinto dish is consisting of rice and beans. 

Why is this dish important to Costa Rica?

This recipe of Gallo Pinto is vital to Costa Rica because it is a traditional dish. This dish has a long history and, to this day, is part of their culture.

Of course, you are going to find many variations of this dish throughout Latin America, such as:

• Cuba – Moros y CristianosChile – Arroz con Porotos
• Puerto Rico – Arroz con Gandules
• Dominican Republic – Moro

There are many more, but we were just mentioning a few.

How is Gallo Pinto eaten?

Gallo Pinto can be eaten as is or with sides such at:

• Chicken
• Favorite meat
• Eggs
• Corn tortillas

Can you freeze Gallo Pinto?

Gallo Pinto can be freeze for later. Store it on a freezer-safe container or bag and place it in the freezer.

To heat, simply sauté the Gallo Pinto until it's warm.

How long can Pinto Gallo last in the refrigerator?

This recipe can last for up to 5 days in the refrigerator if stored properly.

What is Salsa Lizano?

Salsa Lizaon is a famous Costa Rican sauce made with:

• Cucumbers
• Dry mustard
• Celery spice
• And more

Salsa Lizano can be found at some major grocery stores by the ethnic aisle in major cities. You can also find them at Walmat.com and Amazon if you have trouble finding this ingredient.

What are the ingredients to make Gallo Pinto?

To make Gallo Pinto, you are going to need the following ingredients:

• Vegetable oil
• Onion
• Garlic clove
• Cooked black beans
• Black bean cooking liquid (starchy leftover liquid from canned beans)
• Rice, cooked
• Cilantro
• Salsa Lizano

Related posts:

• Bolitas de Queso Recipe
• Instant Pot Arroz Con Habichuelas / Puerto Rican Rice and Beans
• Instant Pot Black Beans / Frijoles Negros

How to make easy Gallo Pinto?

Now that you have your ingredients, it is time to make this recipe. Follow the steps below.

Use a large pan and add the oil and heat over medium heat.

Next, add the onions and cook until they appear transparent.

Once the onions are translucent, add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Add the black beans and cooking liquid from the black beans plus the salsa Lizano.

Simmer the ingredients for about seven minutes or until the liquid is reduced.

Once the liquid is reduced, add the rice and stir the ingredients.

Since we are using cooked rice, cook for about 4 minutes.

Remove from the heat and mix in chopped cilantro.

Your Gallo Pinto is ready to serve!

Recipe for Easy Gallo Pinto

Now that you know everything you need to learn about Galo Pinto, it is time to print the recipe with the exact measurements.