Moruga: Trinidad’s Hidden Gem!! Hill Rice, Permaculture & Beachside Cooking 🇹🇹 Foodie Nation

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + coconut extract

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining some creaminess.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are often less expensive and provide similar texture.

Tour the farm and learn about Maruga Hill rice.

Combine Maruga Hill rice with coconut milk in a pot.

Add scallions, garlic, onion, bell pepper, thyme, black pepper, and salt to the pot.

Stir in pimento peppers, chickpeas, carrots, peas, and bay leaves.

Cover the pot and let it simmer until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

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