Jamaican Style Peas and Rice (Red Beans and Rice)

Jamaican Style Peas and Rice is a staple dish in Jamaican cuisine, often served with jerk chicken or other Caribbean dishes.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Jamaican Style Peas and Rice (Red Beans and Rice)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Jamaican Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Red kidney beans
• 1 cup Long-grain rice
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 2 cup Water
• 1 bunch Scallions (green onions)
• 1 sprig Thyme
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Allspice
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Rinse the kidney beans and soak them overnight.
2. In a large pot, combine the soaked kidney beans, rice, coconut milk, water, scallions, thyme, garlic cloves, Scotch bonnet pepper, salt, black pepper, allspice, and vegetable oil.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes, or until the rice and beans are tender.
4. Remove the Scotch bonnet pepper before serving.
5. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 65g22%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.