How To Make Black Mushroom Rice | Diri ak Djon Djon #haitiancuisine #food #bestrecipe #homemade #tip

djon djon mushrooms

💰Cheaper: shiitake mushrooms

Shiitake mushrooms provide a similar umami flavor.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: white rice

Quinoa is higher in protein and fiber.

oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil adds healthy fats.

bell pepper

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen vegetables are often more affordable and convenient.

Heat olive oil in a pot until warm.

Add chopped red onion and cook for 1-2 minutes.

Add Sofrito and stir with the onions for another 1-2 minutes.

Mix in peas and let cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add lima beans and cook for a couple of minutes.

Add thyme and bouquet garni, then cook for a few more minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and mushroom broth, rinsing the pot with hot water.

Cover and let boil for 5-7 minutes.

Add about 1 cup of water and cover for another 5 minutes.

Wash jasmine rice in cold water until the water runs clear, straining it afterward.

Add the washed rice to the pot with the peas and beans, ensuring the peppers stay on top.

Cover and let cook for 10 minutes, checking occasionally for water levels.

After 10 minutes, remove the peppers and bouquet garni, fluffing the rice.

Cover and let cook for another 10 minutes on low heat.

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