Kitchen notes · a little help before you start

Jamaican Pigeon Peas and Rice

Name: Jamaican Pigeon Peas and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons cooking oil (or more ) (Source: 3 tablespoons cooking oil (or more )); ½ each medium onion, (chopped) (Source: ½ medium onion, (chopped)); 2 each green onions (Source: 2 green onions); ½ each bell pepper ((optional)) (Source: ½ bell pepper ((optional))); 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (Source: 1 teaspoon fresh thyme); 1 teaspoon garlic, (minced) (Source: 1 teaspoon garlic, (minced)); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (Source: 1 teaspoon smoked paprika); 1 each whole scotch bonnet pepper (Source: 1 whole scotch bonnet pepper); 1 cup basmati rice (Source: 1 cup basmati rice); 1 teaspoon Creole salt (Source: 1 teaspoon Creole salt); 1 cup fresh corn (Source: 1 cup fresh corn); 1 cup pigeon peas (Source: 1 cup pigeon peas); 1 cup coconut milk (Source: 1 cup coconut milk); 2 cups water (Source: 2 cups water); 1 teaspoon bouillon powder (or more (optional)) (Source: 1 teaspoon bouillon powder (or more (optional))); As Needed Salt (Source seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste)

Jamaican Pigeon Peas and Rice is made with pigeon peas, basmati rice, and cooking oil.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 35 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 17 listed

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Estimating…

SidesCaribbeanLatin AmericanPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 31–60 minutes

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Sides
Cuisine: Caribbean · Latin American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes

A few quick notes

1. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

2. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

3. Prepare for the next step

Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.

Get to know the ingredients

cooking oil (or more )

In the method: Stir occasionally from the sides to prevent burns; add more water if needed.

medium onion, (chopped)

In the method: Then add onions, green onions, bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, and sauté for about 2 minutes.

green onions

In the method: Then add onions, green onions, bell pepper, garlic, smoked paprika, thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, and sauté for about 2 minutes.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Adjust for salt and pepper.

A little more help as you go

Return for the stirring

Stir occasionally as directed while the mixture cooks.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the saucepan. Start with this step: Wash rice until water runs clear.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Pour in coconut milk, bouillon powder, and Creole spice with about 2 cups of water, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover with a lid, and simmer until rice is cooked, about 18 minutes.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Stir occasionally as directed while the mixture cooks.

Additional recipe notes

In this recipe, you can use any variety or just sub with red beans if getting them is a hassle. You’ll most likely find the pigeon peas at Latin markets frozen. canned, or dried. Some major supermarkets now carry them, perhaps your local Wal-Mart. Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: africanbites.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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