'The flag': the everyday lunch of white rice, stewed beans, meat and salad, representing the red, white and blue flag.
History
This plate became a national symbol of Dominican food at lunchtime in homes and in comedors (cafeterias).
Ingredients
- Rice
- Red beans
- Chicken or beef
- Sofrito
- Tomato
- Cabbage salad
- Tostones
How it's made
- Cook beans with sofrito until thick
- Stew the meat in a seasoned sauce
- Steam white rice
- Fry plantain slices twice
- Serve with a salad
Photos: ingredients, making & serving
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