Rice and Peas Recipe

Name: Rice and Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups dried kidney beans, soaked overnight and drained; 1/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut cream; 14 thyme sprigs; 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped; 6 scallions, thinly sliced; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 2 cups parboiled white rice; 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 3 scallions, thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt

Servings: persons

2 cups dried kidney beans, soaked overnight and drained
1/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut cream
14 thyme sprigs
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
6 scallions, thinly sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 cups parboiled white rice
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
3 scallions, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt

1
Prepare the beans In a large enameled cast-iron casserole, combine the soaked and drained beans with the coconut milk, coconut cream, thyme sprigs, onion, scallions, salt and allspice.
2
Add enough water to cover the beans by 2 inches and bring to a boil.
3
Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer the beans until tender, about 1 hour.
4
Drain the beans; discard the thyme sprigs.
5
Prepare the rice In a medium pot, combine the parboiled rice with the coconut milk, onion, scallions, garlic, salt and 3 3/4 cups of water.
6
Bring to a boil.
7
Reduce the heat to moderately low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Stir 4 cups of the drained beans into the rice.
9
(Save the remaining 2 cups for another use.)
10
Cover and cook for 10 minutes, then uncover and cook for 5 minutes longer.
11
Fluff the rice and peas with a fork and serve.

991

kcal

Calories

Fat

202

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.

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups dried kidney beans, soaked overnight and drained, 1/3 cup unsweetened coconut milk, 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut cream, 14 thyme sprigs, and more.

Yes, 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.

Rice and Peas

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions