Casado
Casado means 'married man' in Spanish, reflecting the idea of a complete, well-rounded meal — much like a home-cooked lunch a wife might traditionally prepare.
A classic Costa Rican lunch plate — rice, black beans, salad, fried plantain and a choice of meat, all served together on one plate. Simple, balanced, and eaten daily across the country.
Ingredients
Method
Cook rice and beans separately, keeping them distinct rather than mixed.
Fry plantain slices until golden on both sides.
Grill or pan-fry the chicken or beef until cooked through.
Plate rice, beans, plantain, salad and meat together, and serve with lime.
Keeping the rice and beans separate (unlike gallo pinto) is what distinguishes a proper casado.
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