.25CFresh Oreganofinely chopped, Leaves and the tender stems
.25CCilantrofinely chopped, Leaves and the tender stems
Instructions
Place the rice and 2 Cups of water in a saucepan. Heat to a boil on high then cover and lower the heat to medium-low. Cook for 20 minutes
At the end of the cooking time remove from the heat but keep covered for another 5 minutes
While the rice is cooking drain through a fine sieve the fire-roasted Tomatoes reserving the liquid. Add to that reserved liquid enough water to make 1 C.
Heat a skillet over Medium-High with the Olive Oil. Add the Garlic and the Jalapeno. Stir fry in the oil about 1 minute.
Add the Black Beans, Salt, Cumin and Chili Powder. Stir well and cook for about 30 seconds
Pour in the Tomato juice and Water mix. Bring to a boil then adjust the heat to keep it at a gentle boil. Stirring occasionally and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes
Add the Tomatoes, Oregano and Cilantro and stir well.
Now add the Cooked Rice to the skillet OR add the Tomato sauce to the Cooked Rice (whichever pot is bigger. Stir well to combine and serve immediately.