JAGACINDA (JAG)

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Jag is a traditional Cape Verdean recipe for a classic dish of beans and rice. I hope you enjoy this classic.

Provided by Jennette Canto

Categories     Rice Sides

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium onion
3 c rice
1 lb cooked or canned lima or kidney beans
salt and pepper
paprika
4 Tbsp oil

Steps:

  • 1. Cut up onions in a 2 quart pan. Simmer in oil until golden brown.
  • 2. Add 6 cups of water to onions, and season to taste with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • 3. Bring to a boil and add 3 cups of rice. Lower heat, add beans of choice, cover pan, and simmer simmer for 25 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is cooked.
  • 4. Turn off stove and let stand. Serve with chicken linguicia, of other meats.

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