How To Make Haitian Rice With Black Beans | Diri Kole ak Pwa Noir | Haitian Food

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans offer similar texture and flavor, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier but can be pricier, while canola oil is a cost-effective alternative.

Rinse black beans in cold water and soak overnight in a pot.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans, then place them in a pot with fresh water.

Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

In a separate pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped bell pepper, thyme, and bay leaves to the sautéed mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Stir in the cooked black beans along with their cooking liquid, and season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Add rinsed rice to the pot and stir to combine with the bean mixture.

Pour in additional water as needed to cover the rice, then bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Garnish with chopped scallions, lime juice, and parsley before serving.

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