RICE & BEANS (HAITIAN STYLE)

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This recipe for rice and beans is so delicious! I have adapted it from the traditional Haitian style of making rice and beans. The scent and taste of the cloves make the dish! Serve with avocado on the side and you'll want it every night of the week!

Provided by La La

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (8 ounce) package dry kidney beans
4 tablespoons olive oil
1 bulb shallot, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
1 tablespoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
3 sprigs fresh parsley
3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 scotch bonnet chile pepper

Steps:

  • Place beans in a large pot, and cover with 3 inches of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 1 1/2 hours, or until tender. Drain, reserving liquid.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute shallot and garlic until fragrant. Stir in cooked beans, and cook for 2 minutes. Measure reserved liquid, and add water to equal 5 cups; stir into skillet. Stir in the uncooked rice. Season with bay leaves, adobo seasoning, salt, pepper, and cloves. Place sprigs of parsley and thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper on top, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes. Remove thyme, parsley, and scotch bonnet pepper to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 52.2 g, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 975.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

Angel Adebiyi
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my rice and beans turned out mushy. I think I might have overcooked them.


Bd biplob Biplob
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I can see how it would be a hit with people who like spicy food.


Dipsagar Lopchan
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I'm not a big fan of Haitian food, but this recipe was actually pretty good. The rice and beans were cooked perfectly, and the pikliz was a nice touch.


Katlego Rano
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This dish is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use canned beans to save time.


Rhodessa Aiono
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve at potlucks or parties.


Chioma Onuorah
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The rice and beans are always a hit with my family.


Sangam Shah
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out great. I usually serve it with some fried chicken or fish.


Badsha Chowdhury
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Delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The rice and beans were cooked perfectly, and the pikliz was the perfect accompaniment.


saleesan Chandran
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I used canned beans to save time, and it still turned out great. I'll definitely be making this again.


the night gamer
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This recipe is a keeper! The rice and beans were perfectly cooked, and the pikliz added a nice kick. I served it with some fried plantains, and it was a perfect meal.


Maruf Official
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I've never had Haitian food before, but this recipe was a great introduction. The rice and beans were flavorful and filling, and the pikliz was a delicious addition. I'll definitely be making this dish again!


Carla Siler-Maddalena
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This Haitian-style rice and beans dish was a hit! The flavors were amazing, and the rice and beans were cooked perfectly. I especially enjoyed the addition of the pikliz, which added a nice tanginess to the dish.