Rice and Peas

Rice and Peas is a traditional dish in many Caribbean countries, and it is often served as a side dish with meat or fish.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Rice and Peas

Cooking Method: Boiling Cuisine: Caribbean Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Rice
• 1 can Red kidney beans
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1.5 cup Water
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 sprig Thyme
• 1 whole Scotch bonnet pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large pot, combine the rice, red kidney beans, coconut milk, water, onion, garlic cloves, thyme, Scotch bonnet pepper, salt, and black pepper.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
4. Simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
5. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
6. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 4g7%

Total Carbohydrate 48g16%

Sugars 2g

Protein 9g18%

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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.