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Black Bean Paste Rice Bowl Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of cooked rice
- 1 can of black beans
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 tablespoon of black bean paste
- 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro

Special equipment needed: None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse and drain the black beans.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, black bean paste, garlic powder, onion powder, ground ginger, and red pepper flakes.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the black beans to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
5. Pour the sauce over the black beans and stir to coat.
6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
7. Divide the cooked rice into two bowls.
8. Spoon the black bean mixture over the rice.
9. Top with chopped green onions and cilantro.

15 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving size: 2

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Black bean paste can be substituted with miso paste.
- Rice vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup.

Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or tofu for additional protein.
- Top with sliced avocado for a creamy texture.
- Serve with a fried egg on top for a breakfast version.

Tips and tricks:
- Use leftover rice for a quicker meal.
- Double the sauce recipe and store in the fridge for future use.
- Add more or less red pepper flakes depending on spice preference.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover black bean mixture in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Microwave the black bean mixture for 1-2 minutes until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a shallow bowl to showcase the colorful ingredients.

Garnishes:
- Top with additional chopped cilantro or green onions.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted broccoli
- Mixed greens salad with a citrus vinaigrette

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to rinse and drain the black beans before cooking.

Food history:
- Black beans have been a staple in Latin American cuisine for centuries.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly sweet, and spicy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Aromatic, Umami