One-Pot Cuban Mojo Beef & Black Bean Skillet with Citrus Rice

Enjoy a vibrant, gluten-free Cuban-inspired beef and black bean dish with zesty citrus rice, all made effortlessly in your slow-cooker. This recipe delivers bold flavor and wholesome nutrition in under 20 minutes of prep for a quick yet satisfying weeknight meal.

⏱️ 18 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 410 calories
One-Pot Cuban Mojo Beef & Black Bean Skillet with Citrus Rice
Ingredients
  • 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup black beans, canned and drained
  • 0.5 cup orange juice, fresh
  • 2 tbsp lime juice, fresh
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup white rice, uncooked
  • 1.5 cups water or gluten-free beef broth
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
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Instructions

1

In the slow-cooker, combine olive oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add sliced beef, tossing to coat evenly with spices.

⏱️ 2 minutes
2

Add orange juice, lime juice, black beans, uncooked rice, and water (or beef broth). Stir gently to combine all ingredients.

⏱️ 2 minutes
3

Cover and cook on HIGH for 12 minutes, or until beef is cooked through and rice is tender. Stir once halfway if possible.

⏱️ 12 minutes 🌡️ HIGH
4

Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

410
Calories
29g
Protein
38g
Carbs
15g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can prep all ingredients the night before and refrigerate; just start the slow-cooker when ready to cook.

Absolutely, just be sure not to overfill your slow-cooker and add an extra 5-10 minutes cooking time if needed.

No, the dish is flavorful but mild; add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick if desired.

Thinly sliced frozen beef can be used, but you may need to add up to 5 extra minutes to ensure it cooks through.

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