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Chileheads Jamaican Rice and Peas
one 16 ounce can of pigeon peas
6 Habanero chiles; roasted &
6 Cloves garlic; finely
1/2 medium Vidalia onion; chopped
2 tablespoons of Olive oil
2 cups of rice
one 15 ounce can of coconut milk
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The original recipe called for 1 habanero, but this version was for a
bunch of chile-heads. Rice and peas (or beans) is a very popular dish
throughout the Caribbean, and perhaps because eating rice with hot foods
helps to tame the fire. (Not this rice!) The peas used in this recipe
are called pigeon or gungo peas. They are about the size of garden peas
and are usually found dried. However, cooked, canned pigeon peas are
also available. If they are not available in your area, black-eyed peas
or kidney beans can be substituted. (Not the same, however)
If using canned peas, drain and reserve the liquid. Heat the oil in a
deep frying pan over high heat. Add the rice, and continue sauté until
the rice turns opaque and golden brown. Add the chile, garlic, and onion
and sauté for a few more minutes. Beware the fumes!!! Be careful not to
let the rice brown or over brown. Stir the peas in with the rice. Do not
stir again during cooking! Combine the coconut milk with the bean
liquid. Add water to make 4 cups of liquid. Add to the rice and bring to
a boil. Immediately reduce the heat to simmer. Cook uncovered until the
liquid is slightly below the surface of the rice and holes form in the
rice. Cover the pot and cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until the liquid is
absorbed and the rice is tender. Allow to sit covered for another 1/2
hour. Great with jerk chicken! 4 Servings
Recipe By : Adapted from Chile Pepper Magazine Feb 93 by Garry Posted to
bbq-digest V3 #052 Date: Sun, 22 Sep 1996 13:42:37 -0400 From: "Garry
Howard" Serving Ideas : Take to a potluck with a bunch of chileheads.
NOTES : Heat Scale: Hot Garry Howard - |
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