Description
Rice and peas is a delightful Caribbean dish that combines fluffy rice, tender peas, and rich coconut milk, creating a comforting experience for your taste buds. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe evokes memories of family gatherings and sun-soaked beaches. Perfect as a side or main dish, rice and peas can elevate any meal while adding vibrant color to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 can (15 oz) canned peas, drained
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
- In a large saucepan, combine rice with coconut milk and 1 cup of water; bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic, scallions, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice absorbs all liquid.
- Gently fold in the drained peas and warm through for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork before serving; garnish with extra scallions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute kidney beans with black beans for variety. Add chili peppers for a spicy twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days and reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water.