Black Beans and Rice are a traditional Spanish dish that's a favorite in Cuba. Cuban Black Beans and Rice, also called u0022u003cemu003eMoros y Cristianos,u003c/emu003eu0022 or u0022Moors and Christians.u0022 According to Cuban tradition, Black Beans and Rice represent Spanish history, with the beans representing Muslim Moors and the rice representing Christians. The idea is that separate, both elements are tasty, but together they make a much more delicious dish.