How to Make Pelau: Quick Video

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: milk + coconut extract

Coconut cream is richer, while the milk mixture is more budget-friendly.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeño offers a similar heat level with easier availability.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more economical.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos are often less expensive.

Season the chicken with worcestershire sauce, green seasoning, all purpose seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, and brown sugar.

Heat corn oil in a pot and add the seasoned chicken to cook.

Add chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant.

Add sliced carrot, pigeon peas, coconut milk, parboiled rice, water, thyme, scotch bonnet, and salt to the pot.

Stir to combine and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.

Cooking Techniques

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