Rice & Beans

• 1½ cups (300 g/10.6 oz) uncooked white rice (jasmine rice or basmati

Instructions

1. Add the rice to a bowl with cold or lukewarm water and let it soak for 30 minutes, then discard the water. Meanwhile, chop the onion, garlic, and bell pepper, and prep the other ingredients.
2. Heat the oil in a large skillet or pot and add the onion and bell pepper. Sauté for about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and all spices, and sauté for a