Coconut Rice with Black Beans

Jasmine rice and minced shallots are simmered with coconut milk then mixed with black beans in this versatile side dish.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 190 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 pinch ground nutmeg
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• ¾ cup coconut milk
• 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
• ½ shallot, minced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the shallot, and cook until the shallot has softened and turned translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir until coated with the butter. Pour in the coconut milk and water; season with nutmeg. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Stir in the black beans, and cook a few minutes until hot.