Lima Beans Recipe | Rice and beans with coconut milk | Diri ak Pwa

black beans

🥗Healthier: kidney beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Kidney beans offer similar texture and flavor, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces meat content while adding flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, while canola is typically less expensive.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the black beans overnight in water, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the soaked black beans, thyme, bay leaves, and chicken broth.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until beans are tender.

Add the rinsed rice to the pot with the beans and stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the rice and beans by an inch; season with salt and black pepper.

Bring to a boil again, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

Cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in lime juice and chopped parsley before serving.

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