Debbie's Jamaican Jerk Pork Stew Peas

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is more affordable.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option, while pork loin is less fatty.

Soak red beans with a pinch of salt and a clove of garlic.

Slice pork leg into thin pieces and season with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, dry jerk seasoning, salt, and smoked paprika.

Let the seasoned pork marinate for 30 to 45 minutes.

Grill the pork on the grill for about 20 to 30 minutes until it gets some color and smoke flavor, turning occasionally.

Remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Cut the rested pork into comfortable bite-sized pieces.

In a pot, add the pre-soaked red beans and water, and cook until they are halfway tender.

Add the grilled pork to the pot with the beans and stir.

Add scallions, freshly grated garlic, ginger, and flour to the pot for thickening.

Pour in 3/4 cup of coconut milk and stir everything together.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Cover and let simmer on low heat until the stew thickens and flavors meld.

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