Agrikol’s Sticky Rice
Agrikol’s Sticky Rice
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz/398 ml) red beans
- 2 oz (55 g) salted pork, chopped or 2 tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) Haitian marinade
- 1 ½ cups (345 g) basmati rice, rinsed and drained
- 1 small Scotch bonnet or habanero chili pepper
- 1 thyme sprig
Instructions
- Place a sieve over a bowl. Pour the beans into the sieve. Rinse out the can three times, pouring the water over the beans. Keep the rinsing water. Let the beans drain. Measure out the rinsing water to get a total of 3 cups (750 ml).
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the salted pork for 2 minutes or heat the oil. Add the onion and marinade. Cook for 3 minutes or until the onion is tender. Add the beans and cook for 1 minute, stirring gently. Add the rice, chili pepper, thyme and rinsing water. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Cover and cook for 15 minutes over low heat. Remove from the heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Remove the chili pepper and thyme sprig. Gently fluff with a fork before serving.
Agrikol’s Sticky Rice