FRIED CHICKEN & RICE AND PEAS

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content.

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save time and are often less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative.

Soak red kidney beans overnight for easier cooking.

Put the soaked beans in a pot on the stove and cook for about 15 to 20 minutes.

Add 1 teaspoon of brown sugar to the beans while cooking.

Pre-season chicken and set aside.

Prepare flour for coating chicken by adding a pinch of salt and 1 spoon of baking powder.

Add cayenne pepper to the flour, adjusting to taste.

Mix the flour and seasonings thoroughly.

Heat about 2 cups of vegetable oil in a deep pan until warm.

Coat chicken pieces in the seasoned flour using clean hands or a fork.

Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil for frying.

Turn the chicken as needed while frying until golden brown.

Check the rice and beans to ensure they are cooking well.

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