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Haitian Black Beans Sauce with Coconut Milk

Cultural Context

Originating from Haiti, Black Beans Sauce with Coconut Milk is a staple in Haitian cuisine, often served with rice or plantains. This dish reflects the island's agricultural richness and the influence of African culinary traditions. It is commonly enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, showcasing the blend of flavors that define Haitian cooking. Today, it has found its way into various Caribbean menus, appreciated for its depth and comforting qualities.

HaitianHTmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 cups black beans
56 ounces water
48 ounces water
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 chicken flavored bouillon cube
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon adobo
1 scotch bonnet pepper
1 can coconut milk
1 teaspoon salt
thyme
parsley

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while almond milk provides a dairy-free option.

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans offer similar nutrition, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

1

Check black beans for rocks and debris.

2

Wash black beans thoroughly, scrubbing them by hand.

3

Rinse the beans and wash them two more times for cleanliness.

4

Add 56 ounces of water (about 7 cups) to the beans.

5

Add 48 ounces of water (about 6 cups) to the beans.

6

Add 2 garlic cloves to the beans.

7

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the beans.

8

Let the beans soak overnight or cook them the same day.

9

Boil the beans for approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes until tender.

10

Check if the beans are cooked by squishing them; they should break easily.

11

Blend the cooked beans until pureed and silky.

12

Strain the blended beans to separate the juice from the pulp.

13

Add 2 cups of water to the strained bean mixture and strain again to extract more juice.

14

Dispose of the pulp after squeezing out the juice.

15

Add thyme and parsley tied together to the bean sauce.

16

Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the sauce.

17

Add 1 chicken flavored bouillon cube to the sauce.

18

Add 1 teaspoon of onion powder and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to the sauce.

19

Add 1 teaspoon of adobo seasoning to the sauce.

20

Poke the scotch bonnet pepper with garlic cloves and add it to the sauce.

21

Add 1 can of coconut milk to the sauce and mix well.

22

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the sauce and let it thicken.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

blenderstrainerstovemeasuring cups

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Also Known As

Sos Pwa NwaHaitian Black Bean Sauce

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