Peas and Grits and Fish Bahamian Style 🇧🇸 🇧🇸 🇧🇸

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding healthy fats.

fish fillets

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu is a plant-based protein option, while canned fish is often less expensive.

Rinse black-eyed peas and soak in water overnight.

Drain peas and place in a pot with fresh water; boil until tender, about 30-40 minutes.

In a separate pot, bring water to a boil for grits; add salt and slowly whisk in grits.

Reduce heat and cook grits, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 20 minutes.

Stir in butter and season with salt; keep warm.

In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat; sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add thyme and cayenne pepper; cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add fish fillets to the skillet; cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

Squeeze lime juice over the fish; remove from heat.

Serve fish over a bed of grits, topped with black-eyed peas and diced tomatoes.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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