PIGEON PEAS AND RICE

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Provided by Daryl Royster Alexander

Categories     side dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons green pepper, minced
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
Pinch of cayenne
2 ounces salt pork cut into 1/4-inch strips (optional)
1/2 pound dried pigeon peas (soaked overnight)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 large bay leaf
1 pound long-grain rice

Steps:

  • Place the olive oil in a deep saucepan and saute the onion, garlic, green pepper, oregano, basil, cayenne and salt pork until the onion is translucent.
  • Drain the pigeon peas and add to the mixture. Stir to coat, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Add the bay leaf and enough water to cover and simmer until the peas are firm, about 1 hour. Adjust water and add salt and pepper to taste if desired.
  • Add the rice and enough water to cover to a depth of 1 inch. Continue simmering until the rice is done, about 20 minutes. Adjust the seasonings. Let stand for 15 minutes. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 297, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 239 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

Sami name Editing KING
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This was the perfect dish for a weeknight meal. It was quick and easy to make, and it was packed with flavor. I especially loved the addition of the cilantro and lime juice, which gave the dish a fresh and zesty flavor.


Amit Hassan
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This dish was a little too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The pigeon peas were cooked perfectly, and the rice was fluffy and flavorful. I would recommend using less cayenne pepper if you don't like spicy food.


Md. Yasin
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I've never cooked with pigeon peas before, but this recipe made it easy. The instructions were clear and concise, and the dish turned out great. The pigeon peas had a slightly nutty flavor that paired well with the rice and vegetables.


Eagan Williams
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This pigeon peas and rice dish was a hit with my family! The flavors were bold and delicious, and the rice was cooked to perfection. I especially loved the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy and rich flavor. I will definitely


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