Organic Brown Rice

Tex-Mex Brown Rice and Black Bean Bowl

Prep time: 5 minutes | Cook time: 20 minutes (including pressure build-up & release) | Serves: 2

Ingredients:

• 1 cup uncooked brown rice
• 1.5 cups water
• 1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed (or fresh corn kernels)
• 1/2 avocado, sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• Lime wedges, salsa, sour cream, your favourite Tex-Mex toppings (pico de gallo, guac, jalapenos) - optional

Instructions:

• Rinse the brown rice thoroughly in a fine-mesh strainer.
• Add the rice, water, and a sprinkle of salt (optional) to your pressure cooker.
• Close the lid and ensure the pressure valve is sealed.
• Select the "High Pressure" setting (or manual setting for 7psi) and cook for 20 minutes.
• Once the cooking time is complete, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, followed by a quick release for any remaining pressure.
• Open the lid carefully and fluff the rice with a fork.
• Assemble bowls with cooked rice, black beans, corn, avocado, onion, and cilantro.
• Sprinkle with cheese (if using) and drizzle with your favourite toppings.
• Squeeze with lime for a finishing touch!