Ingredients for Belizean Traditional Beans And Rice
- 1 pound of red kidney beans
- 1/2 cup of coconut milk
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1 cup of long-grain white rice
- 1/2 medium yellow onion
- 4 ounces of salt pork (or bacon)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 4 cups of water
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
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How to Make Belizean Traditional Beans And Rice
- In a large pot, sauté 2 cloves minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add 1 pound of red kidney beans (rinsed and picked over), 4 cups of water, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until beans are almost tender.
- Add 4 ounces of salt pork (or bacon, diced), 1/2 cup of coconut milk, 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped), 1 teaspoon of thyme, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to the beans. Stir to combine.
- Add 1 cup of long-grain white rice (rinsed thoroughly) to the pot. Stir gently.
- Bring the mixture back to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked through. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Fluff the beans and rice gently with a fork. If needed, add a splash of water to adjust the consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish with your favorite Caribbean-inspired protein.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
157g
Fat
58g
Carbs
43g
