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Belizean rice and beans
Belizean rice and beans
Belizean rice and beans is a popular dish in Belize that consists of rice cooked with red kidney beans and coconut milk, seasoned with various spices such as garlic, onion, and thyme. It is a staple dish in Belizean cuisine and is often served with stewed chicken, fried plantains, and a side of fresh coleslaw.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice (long-grain white rice)
- 1 can red kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat the rice with the onion and garlic mixture.
- Pour in the coconut milk and water, then add the drained and rinsed red kidney beans, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and all the liquid is absorbed.
- Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and serve hot.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 304kcal (15%)Carbohydrates: 42g (14%)Protein: 5g (10%)Fat: 13g (20%)Saturated Fat: 11g (69%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 596mg (26%)Potassium: 231mg (7%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 26IU (1%)Vitamin C: 4mg (5%)Calcium: 37mg (4%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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