JAMAICAN RICE AND PEAS
The peas in this aren't really peas at all, but red beans. It is customary in the Caribbean to refer to beans as "peas". This recipe uses coconut cream, but the flavor is mild and not overpowering--just enough to give a hint of island flavor. The scotch bonnet is not as fiery as you'd think as well, since it is added whole and not cut (to expose the seeds and membranes). If you want it hot, you can cut it open, but the dish has a mild flavor of chile overall. Great serving ideas for this recipe would include jerk chicken, calalou, conch chowder, beef patties, or curry. For dessert, I have served this with Caribbean Lime Mousse (recipe posted here).
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Long Grain Rice
Time 2h1m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Rinse and sort beans and place in a stockpot.
- Cover with several inches of water and soak overnight,-or- bring to a boil, boil gently for 3 minutes, then remove from heat, cover, and allow to sit undisturbed for 1 hour.
- Drain and rinse beans.
- Bring to a boil with chicken stock, water, and coconut cream.
- Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 1 1/2-2 hours or until beans are tender and creamy.
- Add the thyme, allspice, scallion, onion, garlic, scotch bonnet, brown sugar, uncooked rice, salt and pepper.
- Check the level of liquid over the rice and make sure there is at least one inch of liquid (if not, you may add water or broth to cover).
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Serve hot as a side dish, with Jamaican hot sauce as a condiment, if desired.
- For Vegetarian use water not the chicken broth or stock.
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Andrea Miller
[email protected]Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. It's a great way to try something new and different.
Khan jee Khan jee
[email protected]This recipe is a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.
Lofer Koko
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but I still enjoyed this recipe. The flavors are well-balanced and the rice is cooked perfectly.
Babatunde Marvellous
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.
yash kumar
[email protected]I love the addition of the bell peppers and carrots. They add a nice crunch and sweetness to the dish.
Matshidiso Mokoena
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice.
Stephan Rodrigo
[email protected]I've never had Jamaican rice and peas before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's now one of my favorite dishes.
Artur Ozimek
[email protected]The flavors in this dish are amazing! The coconut milk and spices really make it special.
Obioma Samson
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the rice and peas turned out mushy. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Zakaria Fadila
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I will be making it again and again.
Kim Linthicum
[email protected]I made this for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.
Md Ovl
[email protected]I've tried many Jamaican rice and peas recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The rice is always fluffy and the peas are cooked to perfection.
Khem Tamrakar
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the rice and peas turned out perfect. I especially liked the addition of the coconut milk.
Ohemaa Beauty
[email protected]My family loved this Jamaican rice and peas! It was so flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.