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Blisters on My Sisters

This vibrant vegetarian dish, traditionally known as Blisters on my Sisters, is a hearty take on classic Cuban flavours. Combining protein-rich black beans with zesty tomatoes and a warming kick of jalapeño, it offers a satisfying balance of textures. The warm corn tortillas and fresh rocket base provide a crisp, earthy contrast to the spiced rice mixture, making it an excellent choice for a filling weekend brunch or a quick midweek supper.

Packed with fibre and essential nutrients, this homemade meal is as nutritious as it is flavourful. The addition of a golden, runny fried egg creates a rich sauce that binds the ingredients together perfectly. For the best results, use high-quality tinned tomatoes and serve with an extra squeeze of lime or a dollop of soured cream if you prefer a cooler finish.

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Ingredients for Blisters on My Sisters

  • 6 corn tortillas, warmed

  • 375g cooked white rice

  • 190g Cuban Black Bean Soup, or canned black bean soup or black beans, drained

  • 2 roma tomatoes (fresh or from a can of San Marzano tomatoes), chopped

  • Minced jalapeño or chipotle peppers

  • 2 extra-large eggs

  • 2 big handfuls of rocket

How to make Blisters on My Sisters

Heat the tortillas on the griddle or in whatever way you like to heat tortillas.

In a sauté pan over medium heat, combine the rice,soup, tomatoes, and jalapeño peppers.

Mush it all up together.

Meanwhile, cook the eggs sunny-side up.

To serve, put 1 handful of rocket in the bottom of two plates.

Put the tortillas side by side on top of the rocket, and the rice-beans mixture on top of the tortillas, dividing it evenly.

Carefully slide the sunnies on top of that, and serve.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Article history

The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.

  • 16 Jan 2026 | Originally published

    Authored by:

    UK recipe editors

    Peer reviewed by

    UK recipe editors
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