Haitian Rice and Green Peas.

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds more fiber and nutrients.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories.

green peas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Edamame offers a protein boost.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity.

Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until water runs clear.

In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.

Add chopped green onion and onion, sauté until softened.

Stir in Haitian Epis and cook for a minute.

Add water and bring to a boil.

Stir in rice, green peas, and sazon packets.

Season with adobo complete seasoning, adobo all purpose seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, ground cloves, and paprika to taste.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and serve hot.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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