Red Beans and Rice
This is perhaps the most universal recipe in the world since it's an easy, cheap source of protein and calories. You can cook endless variations of this recipe – for example, using fresh peas instead of cooked dried beans, using Indian spices such as cardamom, or adding other ingredients such as mixed vegetables. You can use any type of long grain rice you prefer.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 Onion peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 4 cups cooked red or black kidney beans
- ¼ cup white wine vinegar
- 3 cups cooked long-grain rice warm
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Ground red pepper and chili powder
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan large enough to hold all ingredients.
- Add the onion and cook over medium heat for three minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add the ground pepper and chili powder.
- Add beans and vinegar and cook for five minutes.
- Add rice and mix well. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.