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Kickstart your morning with a burst of flavor! Colombian Calentado transforms last night's leftovers into a hearty and delicious breakfast that's as satisfying as it is practical. Imagine savory rice mixed with beans, sweet plantains, and seasoned meats, all topped with a perfectly fried egg and served alongside warm arepas. It's a taste of Colombia that brings comfort and warmth to your morning routine, perfect for using up those leftover dinner ingredients!
In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
Add the cooked rice and beans to the pan. Stir well to combine and heat through for about 5-7 minutes.
Slice the ripe plantains and fry them in a separate pan with a little vegetable oil until golden and caramelized, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and drain on a paper towel.
Chop or shred the cooked meat into bite-sized pieces and mix it into the rice and beans mixture. Cook until everything is heated through.
Season the rice mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
In another pan, fry the eggs to your liking (sunny-side-up is traditional).
Warm the arepas either in a toaster or on a griddle.
To serve, portion the rice and beans mixture onto plates, top each serving with a fried egg, and add a few slices of fried plantains on the side. Serve with warm arepas.
