How Belizean Rice & Beans Is Really Made

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans offer similar nutrition with a different flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

Measure 2 cups of cooked beans and add them to the pot.

Pour in 10 ounces of coconut milk.

Add black pepper, chopped onion, and cilantro to the mixture.

Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning as needed, adding salt if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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