Caribbean Red Beans and Rice. A vegetarian recipe for Caribbean style red beans and rice. Healthy kidney beans are simmered and spiced with garlic, nutmeg and cinnamon for a healthy vegetarian and vegan Caribbean red beans and rice meal.
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Ingredients:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 1 12 ounce can kidney beans, including liquid
- 1 14 ounce can tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups rice
- 1 1/2 cup water
- salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
Sautee onion and garlic in olive oil until onions turn soft, about 3 to 5 minutes. Add spices and cook for just one more minute.
Add the beans and the tomatoes, including the liquid from each. Allow this to cook for a few more minutes, then add the rice and water.
Cover and cook for about 30-35 minutes, or until rice is done and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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