Creamy Coconut Kidney Beans

Ingredients

• Kidney beans

  1 tin (400 g)

  $1.00

• Coconut milk

  200 ml

  $0.75

• Spring onions

  3 stalks

  $0.21

• Garlic

  2 cloves

  $0.08

• Thyme

  1/2 tsp

  $0.05

• Ground Allspice (Pimento)

  1/4 tsp

  $0.01

• Vegetable oil

  1 tbsp

  $0.05

• Salt

  1/2 tsp

  $0.00

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Preparation

1. 1

   Heat vegetable oil in a small pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add chopped spring onions and crushed garlic, frying gently for 2 minutes until aromatic.

3. 3

   Pour in coconut milk, dried thyme, ground allspice, and salt, bringing to a gentle simmer.

4. 4

   Stir in rinsed and drained kidney beans.

5. 5

   Simmer uncovered for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally until sauce reduces and lightly thickens.

6. 6

   Spoon into warm bowls and serve on its own or alongside grains.