Rice and Peas
Fluffy, fragrant, and packed with Caribbean flavor, this vegan rice and peas recipe is made with coconut milk, kidney beans, and aromatic herbs. It's an easy, delicious side dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Ingredients for 8 Servings
Total Time
Method
- Cook peas over high heat until they are almost tender.
- Grate coconut and using the hot water to extract milk through sieve.
- Add coconut milk or cream to almost cooked peas.
- Cook for ten minutes then add rice, pepper, thyme, scallion, black pepper salt and garlic.
- Allow to cook for twenty minutes or until rice is tender. Serves 8
Notes
For the best flavour, let the rice rest for 10 minutes after cooking before fluffing it with a fork. If using dried kidney beans, cook them until tender before adding the rice, and adjust the liquid as needed to achieve perfectly fluffy grains. Jamaican rice and peas pairs beautifully with jerk dishes, stews, fried plantain, or a fresh green salad.
