1cuptender kidney beansrinsed, soaked overnight and drained
2cuplong-grain white rice
1/4cupwater
1onionfinely chopped
2scallion ( green onion )finely chopped
5-6thyme sprigs
1 (14-ounce) canunsweetened coconut milk
1/2tspsalt
Instructions
In a large saucepan, cover the beans with the water and bring to a boil over high heat.
Stir in the onion, scallions, thyme, Scotch bonnet, ginger, 2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
Stir in the coconut milk and boil. About 5 mins
Stir in the rice, cover and reduce to a simmer over low heat until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. About 20-25 minutes.
Remove from the heat and let steam for 10 minutes, then discard the thyme stems, scallion and Scotch bonnet.
Using a fork, fluff the rice and beans. Serve hot.
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Notes
If using dried kidney beans you need to soften the kidney beans first. Add dried kidney beans to the pot and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat until beans are tender, about 1 hour; adjust the heat as necessary.