Belizean Rice and Beans with Coconut Milk

Name: Belizean Rice and Beans with Coconut Milk
Prep time: PT15 minutes
Cook time: PT45 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Belize
Ingredients: 2 cups Long-grain white rice; 2 cans (15 oz each) Kidney beans (rinsed and drained, or 1.5 cups dried beans, soaked and cooked); 1 can (13.5 oz) Full-fat coconut milk; 1.5 cups Water or chicken broth; 1/2 medium Onion (finely chopped); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper (whole, or to taste; optional); 1 tsp Salt (or to taste); 1/2 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste); 1 tbsp Vegetable oil or coconut oil

A staple in Belizean cuisine, this flavorful rice and beans dish is cooked with coconut milk, giving it a rich, slightly sweet, and aromatic profile. It's often served as a side dish with various meats and stews.

준비 시간15 minutes

조리 시간45 minutes

총 시간1 hour

1회 제공량6

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원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3
Stir in the rinsed kidney beans, coconut milk, and water (or broth). Add the whole Scotch bonnet pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
💡 전문가 팁: Be careful not to break the Scotch bonnet pepper if you want less heat.
4
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then stir in the uncooked rice. Ensure the rice is submerged.
💡 전문가 팁: If using dried beans, add them cooked at this stage.
5
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan tightly, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
💡 전문가 팁: Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to allow steam to cook the rice evenly.
6
Once cooked, remove from heat and let it rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a richer flavor, use freshly grated coconut and extract your own coconut milk.
✓Adjust the amount of Scotch bonnet pepper to your spice preference. For mild heat, leave it whole and remove before serving.
✓This dish is excellent served with fried fish, stew chicken, or pork.

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Add a bay leaf during the simmering process for an extra layer of aroma.
Incorporate a can of drained sweet corn for added sweetness and texture.
For a vegetarian/vegan version, ensure you use vegetable broth or water and serve with plant-based proteins.