Haitien Pigeon peas or pwa congo rice./ Diri ak pwa congo

pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: black-eyed peas

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned chickpeas are more accessible and affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often cheaper and has a neutral flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar is a cost-effective acid substitute.

scallions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: green onions

Green onions are a more economical option.

Show the pigeon peas tree in the backyard.

Husband peels the pigeon peas.

Heat coconut oil in a pot.

Add Caribbean green seasoning and fry until fragrant.

Add tomato paste for color and mix in chopped tomato (optional).

Add the pigeon peas and leave the tomato at the bottom to melt.

Add a hot pepper for flavor.

Cover and steam for 15 to 30 minutes until the beans are partially cooked.

Add water to the pot after the tomato has melted.

Add half a chicken bouillon and a little salt to the water.

Wash the rice 2-3 times until the water runs clear.

Add the washed rice to the pot.

Cover and steam the rice on low heat until cooked.

Remove the hot pepper before serving.

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