Robert’s Red Beans and Coconut Rice (Jamaican Style)

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 6
Robert's Red Beans and Coconut Rice (Jamaican Style)
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

2h 20 min

Ready In

2h 35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb dried kidney beans
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1/2 cup chopped sweet pepper ( or bell peppers )
4 garlic cloves
salt
3 cups rice ( about 1 1/2 lbs )
1/2 cup onion , chopped
2 -4 garlic cloves
3 -4 slices scotch bonnet peppers , minced ( aji chombo )
2 cans coconut milk
reserve water from beans
extra water to make 6 cups total liquid
1 teaspoon sugar
3 teaspoons salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
550
Sugar
5g
Fat
17g
Robert's Red Beans and Coconut Rice is a popular dish in Jamaica and across the Caribbean. It is also known for making appearances throughout the world in Caribbean restaurants. The dish is a hearty, flavorful, and unforgettable masterpiece that's perfect for sharing with friends and family. By slowly cooking the kidney beans, they become tender and a great complement to the coconut-infused rice.

Instructions

1.Rinse and soak the kidney beans in water overnight.
2.Drain the kidney beans and place them in a large pot with enough water to cover them by at least 2 inches.
3.Add the onion, sweet pepper, garlic and salt to the pot.
4.Bring the beans to a boil on high heat, then cover and reduce to low heat and simmer for 1-2 hours until the beans are tender.
5.While the beans are cooking, rinse the rice in a fine mesh strainer and drain well.
6.In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic and scotch bonnet peppers until fragrant and lightly golden.
7.Add the coconut milk, reserved liquid from the beans, water, sugar and salt to the pot and stir to combine.
8.Add the rice to the pot and bring to a boil on high heat.
9.Reduce the heat to low and cover, simmering for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
10.Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and serve hot with the red beans.

PROS

This Jamaican-influenced dish is full of bold and delicious flavors that will transport you to the Caribbean.

The combination of creamy coconut-infused rice with red beans that are cooked to perfection is simply irresistible.

Ideal for any occasion or celebration with loved ones.

CONS

The preparation time for the dish is quite long and requires an overnight soaking of the beans.

The recipe also requires a range of ingredients that may be uncommon to some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is rich in fiber and plant-based protein due to the kidney beans.
Coconut milk used in the recipe may contain healthy fats that can help improve good cholesterol levels and support a healthy heart.
The dish is gluten-free and can be enjoyed by anyone with a gluten intolerance.

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