Ingredients

1tbspvegetable Oil

1mediumonion,coarsely chopped

1largejalapeno,seeded and minced

1½cupswhite rice,(10 ounces), long-grain

14ozunsweetened coconut milk,(1 can)

⅔cupwater

1½tspkosher salt

15ozkidney beans,(1 can)

hot sauce,for serving

Preparation

In a large saucepan, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the onion and jalapeno and cook over moderate heat for about 5 minutes until barely softened. Stir in the rice.

Add the coconut milk, water, and salt and bring to a boil. Stir in the beans, cover, and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.

Remove the saucepan from the heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Cover the saucepan with a kitchen towel and the lid and let stand for 5 minutes.

Serve with hot sauce and enjoy!