Loso na Madesu - Yummy Dinner Idea for Quick Weeknights
Discover Loso na Madesu, a delicious Congolese beans & rice dish that's a perfect yummy dinner idea. Easy to make, pantry-friendly, and packed with flavor. Try
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Ingredients
- 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
- freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon mild chili element (e.g., chili powder, red pepper flakes, or finely minced fresh chili), or to taste
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water or broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 green or just-ripe plantains, or 2 firm green bananas
- 1-2 tablespoons neutral oil (if pan-frying) or water (if boiling)
- Chopped green onion or fresh parsley
- Lime or lemon wedges
- Extra chili sauce (for those who like more heat)
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