St Vincent/Caribbean Pelau

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while the mix is budget-friendly.

peas

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Green beans are a fresh alternative, while frozen peas are economical.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with fewer calories, while bell peppers are milder and cheaper.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium-low heat.

Add 1/3 cup brown sugar to the pot and let it caramelize until dark brown.

Add 14 pieces of chicken (including pigtail, chicken back, and drumstick) to the pot and cover to brown for a few minutes.

Pour hot water into the pot to cover the chicken and let it boil for 15-20 minutes.

Add 2 cups of washed parboiled rice to the pot.

Mix in 2 quarts of coconut milk and stir.

Once boiling, add canned pigeon peas and mix.

Add salt to taste and adjust liquid if necessary.

Remove hot pepper before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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