Rice with Peas (Beans)
(Jamaica) From the Manassas Gourmet Club dinner Caribbean Cruise No idea why the recipe says peas. Serves 6
Ingredients
  • 1/2lb Dried Kidney Beans
  • 2Tbsp Peanut Oil
  • 1 Medium Onion, minced
  • 1 Scotch Bonnet Chili, seeded and minced
  • 1 1/2C Coconut Milk
  • 1sprig Fresh Thyme
  • Salt & Pepper to taste
  • 2C White Uncooked Rice
Instructions
  1. Prepare kidney beans according to package directions and cook until almost tender
  2. Drain beans and reserve the cooking liquid
  3. Return beans to their cooking pot
  4. Heat the oil in a heavy skillet and brown the onion
  5. Add the onion and remaining ingredients to the bean pot along with 2 1/2 cups of bean cooking liquid. (If there is not enough, add water to supplement)
  6. Cover the pot and cook over low heat for 25 minutes or until all water is absorbed and rice is tender.