How to make Jamaican Stew Peas in the Pressure Cooker ~ Stew Peas with Pigtails and Chicken Foot

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.

Soak the red peas (kidney beans) overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the beans, then place them in the pressure cooker with fresh water.

Add the pigtail and chicken foot to the pressure cooker with the beans.

Cook under pressure until beans are tender, about 30-40 minutes.

In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, and salt to make the spinners (dumplings).

Shape the dough into small pieces and add to the pressure cooker.

Add garlic, scallions, thyme, black pepper, all-purpose seasoning, coconut milk, and pimento berries to the cooker.

Stir to combine and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes under pressure.

Prepare the mixed vegetable dressing by combining shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, sliced cucumber, and diced green pepper with vinegar and sugar.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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