Loso na Madesu - Yummy Dinner Idea for Quick Weeknights | CulinaryCreationss

Ingredients

• For the Beans (Madesu):
• 1 cup dried red beans (or 2 (15-ounce) cans cooked red beans), rinsed
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 green onions/scallions, sliced (optional, for extra aroma and color)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (fresh, not powder)
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed or diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons neutral oil (like vegetable or canola) or olive oil (optional: 1-2 tablespoons red palm oil for color and flavor)
• 3-4 cups vegetable or chicken-style broth or water (plus optional 1/2 bouillon cube for flavor)
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• ¼ teaspoon mild chili element (e.g., chili powder, red pepper flakes, or finely minced fresh chili), or to taste
• For the Rice (Loso):
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups water or broth
• ½ teaspoon salt
• For the Plantains/Bananas:
• 2 green or just-ripe plantains, or 2 firm green bananas
• 1-2 tablespoons neutral oil (if pan-frying) or water (if boiling)
• Optional Garnishes:
• Chopped green onion or fresh parsley
• Lime or lemon wedges
• Extra chili sauce (for those who like more heat)