Brazilian Sweet Banana and Rice Delight

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Brazilian Sweet Banana and Rice Delight.

1. Step 1

   Begin by preheating your oven to a toasty 400°F (200°C) and generously greasing a 9x13-inch baking dish to ensure your bananas don’t stick.

2. Step 2

   In a saucepan, mix together fresh lemon juice, white sugar, creamy butter, and a splash of rum.

3. Step 3

   Heat this delightful concoction over low heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly, which should take about 10 minutes.

4. Step 4

   Next, take your halved bananas and place them cut-side down in the prepared baking dish.

5. Step 5

   Pour just enough of the luscious sauce over the bananas to coat them, saving any extra for later drizzling.

6. Step 6

   Bake these sweet treasures in the preheated oven for around 30 minutes, or until they become irresistibly soft and sticky.

7. Step 7

   Meanwhile, in another saucepan, bring water to a boil and add brown rice.

8. Step 8

   Lower the heat to medium-low, cover, and let it simmer until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, which will take approximately 45 to 50 minutes.

9. Step 9

   In a skillet, gently warm black beans and diced tomatoes over low heat for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

10. Step 10

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat and add sausage links, cooking them while turning frequently until they are no longer pink in the center, roughly 10 minutes.

11. Step 11

    Once cooked, slice the sausage into bite-sized pieces.

12. Step 12

    In a large bowl, combine the fluffy cooked rice, warmed black beans and tomatoes, and the sliced sausage.

13. Step 13

    Sprinkle with dried dill and basil, mixing gently to create a harmonious blend.

14. Step 14

    Serve this savory rice and bean medley alongside the sweet baked bananas, drizzling any reserved sauce over the bananas for an extra touch of flavor.

15. Step 15

    Enjoy this delightful fusion of sweet and savory!.