Moro de Guandules con Coco (English Voiceover) #semanasanta

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more accessible and save time.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak pigeon peas in water for several hours or overnight.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in soaked pigeon peas, coconut milk, and water; bring to a boil.

Add thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add rinsed rice to the pot; stir to combine.

Cover the pot and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in chopped cilantro, lime juice, and scallions.

Serve warm, garnished with carrot slices if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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