Description
Coconut rice with beans is a flavorful dish combining rice, beans, and coconut milk.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rice
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 can (400g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Add the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, salt, cumin, and paprika. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in the black beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
- Serve with fresh cilantro or lime for added flavor.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Coconut Rice, Beans, Vegan, Caribbean, Side Dish