Jamaican Beans and Rice

Servings: 6



Ingredients:

  • 1 1/4 cups dry kidney beans
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/8 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 hot red chile pepper, sliced
  • 2 1/4 cups uncooked brown rice


Preparation:

Combine beans and coconut milk in a large saucepan; cook for 2 hours on low heat. Stir in thyme, garlic, onions and 3 slices chile pepper; simmer for 7 minutes. Stir in rice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 25 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.

Values per serving:
Calories: 407, Total Fat: 9.9 g
Fiber: 9.6 g