Quick & Easy Rice and Peas (Canned Red Beans)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and effort.

Wash the can of beans and remove the label.

Drain the liquid from the canned beans and rinse them with water.

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.

Add the smashed ginger, chopped onion (or scallions), garlic, and green pepper to the melted butter and sauté until fragrant.

Add the rinsed beans to the skillet and stir to combine with the sautéed ingredients.

Add rice to the skillet, using about a pound of rice for the amount of beans used.

Pour in coconut milk and beetroot juice, stirring to combine.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then add salt to taste.

Cover the skillet and let it cook until the rice is done, stirring occasionally.

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