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Authentic Bahamian Rice And Peas Recipes

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Description

Rice and peas is a staple dish in Bahamian cuisine, and it is often served during special occasions like Christmas and Easter. It is a simple yet flavorful dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as a main course. The dish combines white rice with pigeon peas, coconut milk, and spices to create a delicious and comforting meal.

Prep Time

Preparation for this dish takes about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

Cook time for this dish takes about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 can of pigeon peas
  • 2 cups of white rice
  • 1 can of coconut milk
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp of dried thyme
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • 1 tsp of black pepper
  • 2 tbsp of vegetable oil
  • 2 cups of water

Equipment

  • Large pot with a lid
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté until the onions are translucent.
  3. Drain and rinse the pigeon peas, and add them to the pot.
  4. Add the rice to the pot, and stir until the rice is coated with the oil and onion mixture.
  5. Add the can of coconut milk, water, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot, and stir well.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
  7. Simmer the rice and peas for 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  8. Once the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork, and serve hot.

Notes

For a more authentic Bahamian flavor, you can substitute the vegetable oil with coconut oil. You can also add some diced bell peppers or scallions to the dish for additional flavor and color.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately 275 calories, 10 grams of fat, 41 grams of carbohydrates, and 6 grams of protein.

Recipe Tips

To ensure that the rice is cooked evenly, avoid stirring it too much while it is cooking. Also, be sure to let the rice sit for a few minutes before fluffing it with a fork, as this will help the grains separate more easily. Finally, if you want to make this dish ahead of time, you can cook the rice and peas separately, and then combine them just before serving.

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