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!

close up view of Rice & Beans garnished with fresh herbs in a white bowl with a fork
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 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 (Optional)

  • 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

Directions

  1. 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.

  2. 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 (per serving)

341 Calories
10g Fat
52g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 341
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 1g 7%
Sodium 975mg 42%
Total Carbohydrate 52g 19%
Dietary Fiber 7g 25%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 12g 23%
Vitamin C 22mg 25%
Calcium 70mg 5%
Iron 5mg 27%
Potassium 664mg 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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