Guyanese cookup rice with beef. Old year night dinner @theallyfamily

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: coconut cream diluted with water

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

black-eyed peas

🥗Healthier: green peas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans are more affordable and save prep time.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the black-eyed peas in water for at least 2 hours.

In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced bell pepper and carrots, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Stir in the soaked black-eyed peas and cook for 2 minutes.

Pour in the coconut milk and 2 cups of water, bringing to a simmer.

Add the rice, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Cover and cook on low heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender.

Stir in chopped scallions and pimento peppers before serving.

Allow to rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.

Cooking Techniques

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