Haitian Diri Ak Pwa (Rice and Beans) |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This is from . Moros y Christianos is made in different ways throughout the Caribbean. What follows is the Haitian version. The butter plays off really well against the creaminess of the kidney beans. Instead of a scotch bonnet, you could use Tabasco's chipotle sauce. Ingredients:
1/4 cup butter |
1 onion, finely chopped |
1 bell pepper, finely chopped |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 cup tomato sauce (or use 1/4 cup tomato paste plus 1/4 cup water, mixed) |
2 cups red kidney beans, cooked (canned okay, drain first) |
1 teaspoon thyme |
2 teaspoons oregano |
1 bay leaf |
1 cup long-grain white rice |
1 3/4 cups water (or stock) |
scotch bonnet pepper (or tabasco chipotle sauce to taste) |
Directions:
1. Heat the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper; sauté until the onion is translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for another 1-2 minutes. Add tomato sauce, beans, herbs, and scotch bonnet (if using). Simmer for 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
2. Stir in the rice, stock or water, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover tightly and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and let set covered for another 5-10 minutes. Then stir lightly with a fork and serve.
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