Caribbean Rice and Peas Recipe

Name: Caribbean Rice and Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can coconut milk; 1 1/2 cup rice; 1 tbsp salt; 1 can red kidney beans /gunga peas; 2 stick fresh thyme; 1 cup water; 1 pinch black pepper; 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper; 3 clove fresh garlic; 1 tbsp olive oil/sunflower oil

Servings: persons

1 can coconut milk
1 1/2 cup rice
1 tbsp salt
1 can red kidney beans /gunga peas
2 stick fresh thyme
1 cup water
1 pinch black pepper
1 whole scotch bonnet pepper
3 clove fresh garlic
1 tbsp olive oil/sunflower oil

1
Slice the onions fine and fry until soft in the oil
2
Add a sprig of the fresh thyme and cut some scotch bonnet in if you like you food with a bit of heat!
3
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4
Crush the garlic cloves in and continue to fry for a couple mins
5
Add the beans/peas.. drain from can
6
Seasoning time!
7
Add your salt and pepper.
8
*Should be smelling real aromatic now,especially with that fresh thyme!!
9
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10
Fry until the beans/peas just start to break up a bit, this will add flavour to the finished dish.
11
Add your rice and stir
12
Add your coconut milk and your water
13
Add the whole scotch bonnet and the remainder of your fresh thyme
14
Give it a good stir,taste if enough seasoning.
15
Cover your pot and leave to cook on a low heat.
16
Should take approx 30-35 mins.
17
You will see once it's done because all the liquid will dry up.
18
Leave to cool and fluff the cooked rice with a fork.
19
Note: If you notice the liquid is drying up but the rice is still not fully cook through, just add more water as appropriate,cover the lid and continue to cook.

547

kcal

Calories

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can coconut milk, 1 1/2 cup rice, 1 tbsp salt, 1 can red kidney beans /gunga peas, and more.

Yes, Caribbean Rice and Peas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caribbean Rice and Peas

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