Caribbean Coconut Rice and Beans

Coconut rice and beans is a popular dish in many Caribbean countries, and each country has its own unique variation.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Caribbean Coconut Rice and Beans

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Caribbean Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Rice
• 1 cup Black Beans
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1 cup Water
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 whole Scotch Bonnet Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 stalk Green Onion
• 1 tablespoon Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice and beans separately.
2. In a large pot, heat the coconut milk and water over medium heat.
3. Add the rice, beans, onion, garlic, thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
5. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and beans are tender.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork and remove the Scotch bonnet pepper.
8. Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.
9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 400kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.