RICE AND PEAS RECIPE |Caribbean food

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are lower in calories, while pinto beans are often cheaper.

Soak red kidney beans in water overnight to soften.

Drain and rinse the beans, then place them in a pot with fresh water.

Bring the beans to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

Add coconut milk, chopped green onions, minced garlic, thyme, allspice, and salt to the pot with beans.

Stir to combine and bring the mixture back to a gentle boil.

Add long-grain rice to the pot, stirring gently to distribute evenly.

Add additional water if necessary to cover the rice by about an inch.

Place the scotch bonnet pepper on top without breaking it, to infuse flavor.

Cover the pot tightly and reduce heat to low, cooking for about 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes to steam.

Remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving.

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