Easy Rice and Peas Recipe
Experience the true taste of Jamaica with this authentic rice and peas recipe. Serve it alongside your favorite Caribbean dishes or enjoy it as a satisfying main course.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red kidney beans
- 2 cups long grain white rice
- 1 can coconut milk
- 2 cups water
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 sprigs thyme
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Soak the kidney beans overnight (or for at least 8 hours) in water. Drain and rinse before using.
- In a large pot, combine the kidney beans, rice, coconut milk, water, garlic, thyme, allspice, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, remove the thyme sprigs, and serve hot.