Rice With Pigeon Peas Recipe

Name: Rice With Pigeon Peas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 can pigeon peas (16 oz.), drained; 4 Tbsp. tomato sauce; 10 green olives, sliced; 1/2 tomato, diced; 1/4 green pepper, finely chopped; 1/2 onion, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 slices bacon, cut in small pieces; 2 c. white rice; 1 tsp. Goya Adobo all-purpose seasoning; 3 c. water; 1/4 tsp. cilantro or oregano

Servings: persons

1 can pigeon peas (16 oz.), drained
4 Tbsp. tomato sauce
10 green olives, sliced
1/2 tomato, diced
1/4 green pepper, finely chopped
1/2 onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 slices bacon, cut in small pieces
2 c. white rice
1 tsp. Goya Adobo all-purpose seasoning
3 c. water
1/4 tsp. cilantro or oregano

1
In large saucepan on medium heat, add olive oil and bacon. Brown bacon.
2
Add garlic, onion and green pepper.
3
Stir often until browned.
4
Add tomatoes and green olives.
5
Stir in tomato sauce, all-purpose seasoning and cilantro.
6
Add peas and 2 cups water. Cover pan and boil for 1/2 hour.
7
Add rice and 1 cup water.
8
Cook on high, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
9
Reduce heat, cover pan and simmer until rice is done (about 20 minutes).
10
Stir occasionally. Yields 6 servings.

644

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 can pigeon peas (16 oz.), drained, 4 Tbsp. tomato sauce, 10 green olives, sliced, 1/2 tomato, diced, and more.

Yes, Rice With Pigeon Peas falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Rice With Pigeon Peas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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