Congrí is a classic Cuban side dish made by cooking black beans and white rice together with onions, garlic, bell peppers, bay leaf, and cumin, allowing the flavors and starches to meld into a savory, aromatic one-pot dish. Known in western Cuba as Moros y Cristianos, meaning "Moors and Christians," and in eastern Cuba simply as Congrí, it symbolizes the blending of African and Spanish cultures. Typically served alongside ropa vieja, pork, or plantains, it’s an everyday staple and a must at festive meals.

Common variations include the use of red beans (common in eastern provinces) and versions cooked with pork fat or bacon for extra flavor.

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