Rice with Pigeon Peas and Coconut Milk

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing coconut flavor.

pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: green peas

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Green peas are lower in calories and canned chickpeas are often cheaper.

Add diced ham to a saucepan and sauté for a couple of minutes.

Add 3 tablespoons of sofrito, chopped onions, and peppers to the saucepan and sauté.

Stir in 4 ounces of tomato sauce and the can of pigeon peas with the water.

Add 3 cups of rice and 2 cups of water to the mixture, then add 1 can of coconut milk.

Mix everything together and add salt to taste, adjusting as necessary.

Cook on medium-high heat until water evaporates a little, then lower the heat to medium-low and cover.

Cook for 25 minutes without stirring or uncovering.

After 25 minutes, check the rice and stir; if needed, let it cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.

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