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Stew Peas And Rice Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Jamaican dish made with red kidney beans, coconut milk, and spices, served with rice.
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 50 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Jamaican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Red Kidney Beans soaked overnight
  • 1 can Coconut Milk
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 whole Scotch Bonnet Pepper optional
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme dried
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 cup Rice cooked

Instructions: 

  • 1. Drain and rinse the soaked red kidney beans.
  • 2. In a large pot, add the beans and enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil and cook for about 45 minutes or until tender.
  • 3. Add the coconut milk, garlic, thyme, and Scotch bonnet pepper to the pot. Stir well.
  • 4. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 5. Season with salt to taste.
  • 6. Serve hot with cooked rice.

Notes:

For a richer flavor, you can add pimento seeds and scallions to the stew.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Jamaican Cuisine, Rice, Stew Peas
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