Authentic Jamaican Green Gungo Peas Soup [ part 5 final ]

gungo peas

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Split peas are lower in fat and canned chickpeas are more affordable.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing coconut flavor.

Prepare gungo peas by soaking them in water overnight to soften them.

Drain and rinse the soaked gungo peas before cooking.

In a large pot, add water and bring it to a boil.

Add the gungo peas to the boiling water and let it cook until tender.

Add pimento seeds for flavoring.

Chop sweet potato and add it to the pot.

Add carrot to the soup for additional flavor and texture.

Simmer the soup until all ingredients are cooked through and flavors meld together.

Serve hot, garnished as desired.

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