Welcome to the ultimate guide to preparing a hearty and flavorful dish: stew peas and rice. This classic Caribbean recipe is a delectable combination of tender stewed peas, aromatic rice, and a medley of spices that create a symphony of flavors. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just starting your culinary adventure, this guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and insights into the art of crafting the perfect stew peas and rice. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a dish that will satisfy your taste buds and warm your soul.
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STEW PEAS AND RICE
This a finger licking recipe from the wonderful island of Jamaica. Learnt it from my mom and grandma and the taste is exceptional and will leave you wanting more. The scotch bonnet pepper adds a wonderful taste to this recipe so it may not be as inviting to children. However, if you wish you don't have to include the the hot pepper.
Provided by Superwomenblack
Categories Stew
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Spinners Method (These are little dumplings added when everything is close to finished): Combine the flour and water and knead until a firm dough is formed Take small pieces and roll to desired length.
- For the Stew Peas: Put water, coconut milk, red peas, fresh beef, pigs tail, garlic and giner in a pressure cooker and pressure for 20 minutes.
- Leave the pressure cooker to cool, then open.
- Add spinners, escallion, thyme and pepper to the pot and leave to Simmer for 5 minutes.
- To serve: Serve with fluffy rice.
STEW PEAS AND RICE
Make and share this Stew Peas and Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by byZula
Categories Stew
Time 11h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Soak the Salt Beef overnight (included in prep time), this will stop the stew from tasting too salty.
- Wash Red Kidney Beans and remove discolored beans or foreign matter. In a 2-quart stock pot, add beef products and beans.
- Cook beans and beef until they are soft (this will take some time; add water as needed).
- While the other ingredients are cooking, you will have to make the little dumplings called spinners.
- Put flour in a large bowl and add a little water. Knead flour into dough, adding water as necessary, like you're making bread.
- Pinch dough into small pieces, about 2" in diameter. Place pieces of dough into bowl and let sit for awhile.
- In the meantime, check on the beans in the pot to see if they are soft. If they are, reduce the fire to medium.
- With your palms facing each other, roll a piece of dough between them until the dough looks like a big piece of spaghetti.
- Then form the dough so that the middle is wide and the top and bottom are small. This is a spinner. The length of the spinner (dough) should be no more that 4" though. Repeat this process for all the pieces.
- Add all the spinners to the pot of stew and cover the pot. Let the spinners cook for about 5 minutes.
- Add scallions, thyme, black pepper, and cooking oil. Cook for 3 minutes then taste the stew.
- If it taste the way you like it...Mix a solution of flour and water to thicken the stew, then let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- This is usually served with white rice.
Tips:
- Soak the peas overnight: Soaking the peas overnight helps to soften them and reduce the cooking time. If you don't have time to soak the peas overnight, you can quick-soak them by boiling them for 1 minute, then removing them from the heat and letting them sit for 1 hour.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Stew peas and rice is a great dish to use up leftover vegetables. You can add any vegetables that you like, such as carrots, celery, onions, bell peppers, or corn.
- Season the dish to taste: Stew peas and rice is a versatile dish that can be seasoned to your liking. You can add salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, or other spices to taste.
- Serve with your favorite sides: Stew peas and rice can be served with a variety of sides, such as fried plantains, steamed cabbage, or a side salad.
Conclusion:
Stew peas and rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and can be seasoned to your liking. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
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