Here’s a way to add a little extra spice to your Valentine’s weekend. Nigerian Chef Hilda O is serving up Afro-Cuban food at a special dinner on South Main.
- Afro-Cuban Valentine’s Day Dinner
- Saturday, 7 p.m. -9 p.m.
- Art Village Gallery
- 410 S Main
- (901) 521-0782
Coconut Rice and Kidney Beans, A Classic Nigerian Side Dish
Ingredients
Serves Six
2 cups long grain rice
1 ½ cups coconut milk
1 can red kidney beans
3 green onion
1 sprig of fresh Thyme
2 garlic cloves
2 cups water
salt & ground pepper
Drain & rinse beans. Put beans, coconut milk, rice, green onions, thyme, garlic, water, salt & pepper in a pot with a tight fitting lid.
Bring up to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 30-40 minutes, until all liquid is absorbed & rice is soft. Serve warm
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