Trini Stew Chicken and Red Beans with Rice | Budget Meals | Simple and Easy Meal Ideas | Trinidad

scotch bonnet pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Jalapeño provides heat but is milder and more accessible.

browning sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Soy sauce can add color and flavor at a lower cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are often less expensive than whole chicken.

Clean 1 cup of rice and set aside.

Chop up the cut-up chicken and red beans.

Prepare the seasoning by chopping garlic, onion, tomato, carrot, and sweet pepper.

Mix the chopped ingredients with all-purpose seasoning and paprika, then set aside.

Heat oil in a pot and add brown sugar, stirring until it forms a 'cake-like butter' mixture.

Add ketchup to the pot and cover for a few minutes.

After a few minutes, add water to the pot along with the red beans and the previously prepared ingredients.

Cover the pot and let it cook for about 20 minutes, checking and adding water if necessary, and tasting for salt.

After 20-25 minutes, remove the cover and let it cook until the sauce reduces to your liking.

Once the chicken is done, check the rice and let it continue cooking until ready.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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