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Sunday, June 5, 2011

Coconut Rice

This makes a nice change from the usual sides.
Serves 4

1 cup water
1 cup coconut milk
1 cup rice
1 15 oz can of black beans, drained and rinsed
1 large jalapeno, seeded and diced
1 large clove garlic, minced
1/2 of a red bell pepper, diced
1/2 a can of pineapple chunks drained and diced
3 pieces of proscuitto cut into strips
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 green onions diced for garnish

In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, heat the oil. Add the peppers, garlic, proscuitto and cook for about 3 minutes. Add the pineapple and rice, stir to coat with oil. Add the beans and stir. Pour the coconut milk and water over all. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, lower heat to simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it sit covered for 5 more minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve.

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