Barbados Bajan Beans Recipe

Ingredients for Barbados Bajan Beans

• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Green Chilies
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 2 cups vegetable stock
• Brown Rice
• Tomatoes
• 2 cups water
• 2 medium zucchini, chopped
• Red Bell Pepper
• Green Bell Pepper
• Small Beans
• Sweet Whole Kernel Corn
• Fresh Cilantro

How to Make Barbados Bajan Beans

1. Saute 1 medium chopped onion, 1-2 scotch bonnet chilies (finely chopped, adjust to taste), and 2 tablespoons curry powder in 2 cups vegetable stock until onion is softened (about 5 minutes).
2. Add 1 cup long-grain rice and 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, along with 2 cups of water.
3. Stir well, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add 2 medium zucchini (chopped) and 1 bell pepper (any color, chopped) and cook for another 30 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times.
5. Stir in 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed) and 1 cup frozen sweetcorn. Heat through gently for about 5 minutes.
6. Stir in 2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander (cilantro) and serve hot. Garnish with extra coriander and a dollop of plain yogurt or coconut cream (optional).