Rice and Beans (Riz et Pois) Recipe

Name: Rice and Beans (Riz et Pois)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound dried red beans; 8 whole cloves; 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped; Leaves from 1 sprig parsley, chopped; 1 scallion, chopped; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 14-ounce can coconut milk; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped, peeled Spanish onion; 1 teaspoon Goya-brand adobo seasoning; 2 tablespoons Picalese (see recipe); 1/4 green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 pound dried red beans
8 whole cloves
1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped
Leaves from 1 sprig parsley, chopped
1 scallion, chopped
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 14-ounce can coconut milk
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped, peeled Spanish onion
1 teaspoon Goya-brand adobo seasoning
2 tablespoons Picalese (see recipe)
1/4 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

1
Place the beans and cloves in a medium pot and cover with water by 2 inches.
2
Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer until very tender, about 1 hour.
3
Drain the beans, reserving the liquid.
4
Add enough water to the liquid to equal 4 cups total.
5
Meanwhile, with a mortar and pestle, combine the garlic, parsley and scallion and mash into a paste.
6
Heat the oil over high heat in a large kettle with a tight-fitting lid.
7
Add the scallion paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 45 seconds.
8
Add the beans, coconut milk and onion and cook, covered, for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
Stir in the reserved liquid and the adobo and cook, covered, for 25 minutes.
10
Stir in the Picalese and bell pepper and bring to a boil.
11
Stir in the rice and cook, covered, until tender, about 25 minutes more.
12
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
13
Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound dried red beans, 8 whole cloves, 1 clove garlic, peeled and chopped, Leaves from 1 sprig parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, Rice and Beans (Riz et Pois) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Rice and Beans (Riz et Pois)

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