Haitian Diri Ak Pwa (Rice and Beans)

Haitian Diri Ak Pwa is a staple dish in Haiti and is often served with fried plantains and pikliz, a spicy cabbage slaw.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 65 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Haitian Diri Ak Pwa (Rice and Beans)

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 5 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Rice
• 1 cup Red kidney beans
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 2 cup Water
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme
• 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalk Green onion
• 1 tablespoon Parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice and beans separately.
2. In a large pot, combine the rice, beans, coconut milk, water, onion, garlic, thyme, and Scotch bonnet pepper.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.
4. Simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the rice and beans are tender and cooked through.
5. Remove the Scotch bonnet pepper and discard.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions, parsley, and a squeeze of lime juice.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

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.