How to make JAMAICAN STEW PEAS WITH PIGTAILS AND CHICKEN FOOT | AUTHENTIC JAMAICAN STEW PEAS RECIPE

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.

Measure 1.5 cups of red kidney beans and 1.5 cups of dark red peas, rinse them thoroughly to remove impurities, and soak them overnight in water with a clove of garlic.

Cut the salted pigtail into small pieces and soak them overnight to reduce saltiness.

The next morning, pour the soaked peas into a pot and add water to cover them. Bring to a boil.

In a separate pot, boil the soaked pigtail in water for about 10-15 minutes to further reduce saltiness, tasting to check if it needs more boiling.

Season the chicken feet with garlic powder, black pepper, and a sprinkle of seasoning before adding them to the pot with the peas once they are almost fully cooked.

Prepare the dough for Spinners by mixing 2 cups of flour, 3 teaspoons of cornmeal, a pinch of salt, and enough water to knead into a dough.

Once the peas are nearly cooked, add the pigtail and chicken feet to the pot along with 2 cups of boiling water, cover, and simmer.

After 15 minutes, add one can of coconut milk to the pot and mix well, then add the Spinners to thicken the stew.

Incorporate fresh scallions and thyme into the stew, mixing everything together and allowing it to simmer until the desired texture is reached.

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