Meatless Stew Peas

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while soy milk is often less expensive.

red peas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans provide similar protein content, while pinto beans are usually cheaper.

Soak red peas overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked peas.

Combine peas and vegetable broth in a pot.

Add onion, garlic, thyme (or rosemary), and bay leaf to the pot.

Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.

Cook until peas are tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

Stir in coconut milk, carrots, and bell pepper.

Season with allspice, black pepper, coriander powder, and salt.

Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes.

Add lime juice and scotch bonnet pepper to taste.

Remove bay leaf before serving.

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