First make the SOFRITO!In a food processor blend:
– 4 Plum Tomatoes
– 1 large yellow onion
– 3 jalapeños (seeded)
– 1 red bell pepper
– 2 bunches cilantro
– 10 cloves garlic
– salt, to taste
This makes a LOT but you want to portion this out and save it! It’s delicious!
Meanwhile…..place into a pan
– 2 cans black beans, rinsed
– 1 cup pitted green olives (with red pimiento if you find!)
– 1 cup of SOFRITO
– 1 tablespoon Cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
– 1/2 teaspoon coriander
– pinch of oregano
– optional: ground annato seeds
– optional: Diced potato (I like the creamy texture the starch of a potato gives)
– 2 cups tomato sauce
– salt and black pepper
Bring it to a boil and reduce to simmer 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are cooked through!
Serve over rice!
I like to enjoy mine with hot sauce, a splash of lime and a spoonful of Sofrito and sour cream right over the top!