Nigerian Rice and Beans

This delicious Nigerian Rice and Beans dish is a filling combination of three ingredients. Serve it with beef stew, red stew, or plantain.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups of white rice
• 1 cup of brown black eyed beans (or oloyin beans)
• Salt to taste
• 3-4 cups of water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Wash the beans thoroughly and remove any visible stones or dirt.
2. 2Place the beans in a pot, add two cups of water, and season with salt to taste. Bring the water to a boil and cook the beans for 10-15 minutes, or until they are firm.
3. 3Rinse the rice three times in a large bowl to remove excess starch. Then, add the rice to the pot and add two cups of water, or enough to cover the beans and rice. Stir well.
4. 4Let the ingredients cook on medium heat for 10-15 minutes, or until the rice is fluffy and fully cooked.
5. 5Serve with beef stew and planatain.