Moro de guandules


Moro de guandules is a dish from the cuisine of the Dominican Republic. The word moro relating to rice and beans originated in Cuba.
The dish is similar to Jamaican rice and peas; the rice is cooked with onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomato paste, celery, thyme, orégano, and green pigeon peas. When coconut milk is added it is known as moro de guandules con coco. This is a traditional food for Christmas.