Red Beans with Rice Recipe – Easy & Nutritious Meal

 

                                  Beans and Rice plate 

Red beans with rice is a comforting and wholesome dish that combines rich flavors with simple ingredients. It’s a perfect everyday meal for the whole family, packed with protein, fiber, and energy.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red beans, soaked overnight
• 1 medium onion
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• Seven spices, salt, cumin, chili (optional)
• 1 cup rice, soaked for 30 minutes
• Oil
• Ghee for the rice
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                       The red beans I used in this recipe               

        The long piece is the best to cook it for this kind of plate

    

Method: 

Cooking the Beans

• Cook the soaked beans in a pressure cooker for about 15 minutes (or longer in a regular pot).
• Drain the cooking water and rinse the beans (to avoid bloating).

Preparing the Sauce: 

• Heat oil in a pot, sauté the chopped onion until soft.
• Add crushed garlic and stir until fragrant.
• Add chopped tomatoes and let them cook down until softened.
• Mix tomato paste with a little water, add it in, and simmer until thickened.
• Add the beans, spices, and finally salt.
• Cover with water, close the pot, and let simmer gently for a couple of boils.

Cooking the Rice

• Heat ghee and oil in a pot.
• Add the soaked and drained rice.
• Season with salt.
• For every 1 cup of rice, add 2 cups of water.
• Let the water evaporate until small holes appear on the surface.
• Cover the pot, reduce the heat to very low, and steam until the rice is fluffy and fully cooked.

Tip: For extra flavor, cook the beans with meat and use the broth instead of water.

Benefits of Red Beans with Rice

• Rich in plant-based protein for energy and muscle health.
• High in fiber, supporting digestion and fullness.
• Good source of iron and antioxidants for overall health.
• Budget-friendly, filling, and family-approved.

Serving Size & Time

• Servings: 4 people
• Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus soaking beans)
• Cook Time: 45–60 minutes
• Total Time: About 1 hour 15 minutes.

Let me know if you know what part of the world they make this recipe 😇