Moro de Habichuelas

Ingredients

 * 4 cups of rice
 * 2 cups of boiled black beans
 * 6 cups water
 * 5 tablespoons of oil
 * 4 teaspoons of tomato paste
 * ¼ cup of chopped green peppers
 * 1 pinch of oregano
 * ½ teaspoon mashed garlic
 * ⅛ cup of capers
 * ¼ cup of chopped celery
 * 1 teaspoon of finely chopped parsley
 * 1 teaspoon of finely chopped coriander/cilantro
 * ½ teaspoon of thyme leaves
 * 1 cube of chicken stock
 * 1 teaspoon of salt

Directions

 * 1) Heat 3 spoons of oil in an iron pot and add the herbs,, spices and the salt.
 * 2) Stir while adding the tomato paste. Add the beans, also while stirring, then add the chicken stock. Once well heated, add the remaining water and bring to a boil.
 * 3) Add the rice and stir regularly to avoid excessive sticking.
 * 4) When all the water has evaporated cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer on very low heat.
 * 5) Wait 15 minutes, uncover, stir, and add the remaining oil. Cover again and wait another 5 minutes. The rice should be firm but tender inside.
 * 6) If necessary, cover and leave another 5 minutes on very low heat.