TRINIDAD PELAU

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Pelau is a stew from Trinidad made with either beef or chicken. The unique flavor comes from searing the meat in caramelized sugar then simmering with rice, coconut milk, and pigeon peas. Serve accompanied by slices of tomato, avocadoes, or cucumber.

Provided by TRINIREDLOCKS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 pound beef for stew, cut in 1 inch pieces
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups uncooked brown rice
1 cup coconut milk
2 cups fresh pigeon peas
1 cup chopped carrot
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cook sugar in a large saucepan over medium heat until it begins to caramelize. Stir in the beef, and cook until well browned. Bring the water, coconut milk, rice, pigeon peas, and carrot to a simmer; cover and cook until rice is done, about 25 minutes. Stir in parsley to garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540.9 calories, Carbohydrate 58.3 g, Cholesterol 50.7 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 69.4 mg, Sugar 7.9 g

Usman Haruna
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This was a great recipe. I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making it again.


Rifadm Rifad
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I love this dish! It's so flavorful and satisfying. I highly recommend it.


Fahd Benkaddour
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it twice and I'm planning on making it again next week.


Fred C
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great way to impress your friends and family.


Ck Saim
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a party and everyone raved about it.


Saul Mandivenga
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I made this for my family and they all loved it! It was a great way to use up some leftover chicken.


Galilea Verdugo
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I'm not a huge fan of coconut milk, but this dish was still really good. The chicken was juicy and the rice was flavorful.


Joe Barnes
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This was easy to make and really tasty. I especially liked the crispy bits of rice at the bottom of the pot.


Estefany Erazo
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The only thing I would change is to add a little more salt to taste.


Donald P. (Quantum Enigma)
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This recipe is a great way to introduce people to Trinidadian cuisine. It's not too spicy and the flavors are well-balanced. I highly recommend it!


Jordan Lockhart
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This is my new favorite Trinidadian dish! I love the vibrant flavors and the ease of preparation. It's a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner.


Mel Inda
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. It's definitely a keeper.


Mubarak Hossn
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This was so delicious! The rice was perfectly cooked and the chicken was tender and flavorful. I loved the combination of spices and the coconut milk gave it a creamy richness. I will definitely be making this again!