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Rice and Peas

Rice cooked with kidney beans and coconut milk.

75 minutes
Serves 4
Side

Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the beans: Drain the soaked kidney beans. Place them in a large pot with 4 cups of water and crushed garlic. Boil for about 45 minutes until the beans are tender but not mushy.

  2. 2

    Add flavorings: Pour in the coconut milk, crushed allspice, smashed scallions, fresh thyme, salt to taste, and the whole scotch bonnet pepper (do not burst it). Let it simmer for 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Stir the rice into the pot, ensuring the liquid covers the rice by about an inch.

  4. 4

    Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid (or foil underneath the lid) to trap steam.

  5. 5

    Fluff and serve: Cook undisturbed for 20-25 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. Remove the pepper and thyme stems, fluff with a fork, and serve.

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