My Jamaican Rice And Peas Recipe

Name: My Jamaican Rice And Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound black eyed peas dried; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 onion large, chopped, or one bunch green onions, if preferred; 1/2 chopped fresh thyme optional; 3 cups water; 1 can coconut milk not the sweet version!; 3 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons pepper sauce yellow Scotch Bonnet, OR 1 whole Scotch Bonnet p; 1 pound long grain rice such as Uncle Ben's; 3 cups water additional of

Servings: persons

1
In a large dutch oven or a large heavy bottomed pot with a lid, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add thyme, if using. Stir in peas and 3 cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer until just tender, about 45 minutes.
2
Then add coconut milk, salt, scotch bonnet pepper sauce OR whole pepper, and 3 cups water. Mix well and taste; it should be rich and well seasoned. Bring to a boil, stir in rice, reduce heat, cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid absorbed, about 45 minutes.
3
Check occasionally while the rice is cooking. Add more water if needed, or remove the cover and let the liquid cook off, if it is too loose, but take care not to burn. Fluff the rice, and serve with love and gratitude!

605

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1/2 pound black eyed peas dried, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 onion large, chopped, or one bunch green onions, if preferred, 1/2 chopped fresh thyme optional, and more.

Yes, My Jamaican 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.

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My Jamaican Rice And Peas

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