How To Make Authentic Jamaican Stew Peas With Stew Beef |Mama Joan's House|

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: beef

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than pork.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories while evaporated milk is more budget-friendly.

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are nutritious and canned options save time.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños offer heat with less intensity, while bell peppers are milder.

Wash the red kidney beans before cooking.

Boil the salt beef three times for 10 minutes each to remove excess salt.

Cook the red kidney beans for about 2 hours until tender.

Prepare a dough with flour and cornmeal (optional) for dumplings.

Chop scallions and onion for seasoning.

Add the chopped scallions, onion, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot.

Simmer the mixture and stir well to combine all ingredients.

Cook for about three hours until everything is tender and flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

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