BAHAMIAN PEAS AND RICE
Various versions of this dish are made throughout the Caribbean. You could easily make this a vegetarian dish by omitting the bacon. 1 teaspoon dried basil and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme may be substituted for the fresh herbs. From the Barbecue Bible.
Provided by Chocolatl
Categories Rice
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large, heavy pot over medium heat. Add bacon and cook until lightly browned, about 4 minutes.
- Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat.
- Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, basil, thyme, salt and pepper, and cook until the onion is golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in tomato paste and sugar and cook for 2 minutes more.
- Add water and bring to a boil.
- Stir in rice and lime juice and return to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover pot, and cook 15 minutes.
- If the rice is too dry, add 2-3 tablespoons water. If too wet, leave cover ajar for remaining cooking time.
- Stir in peas. Cook until rice is tender, about 3 minutes more.
- Remove pot from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Fluff with fork and correct seasoning if needed.
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Jonah Ks
[email protected]This recipe was delicious! The peas and rice were cooked perfectly, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
SIFON AKPAN
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow, and the dish was ready in under an hour. I especially loved the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again.
Likol King
[email protected]I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The peas and rice were cooked perfectly, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Caisaun Roper
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I would recommend using a slow cooker next time. Otherwise, the recipe was easy to follow and the dish was delicious.
Munju Khan
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The peas and rice were cooked perfectly, and the flavor was amazing. I especially loved the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again.
selomon tsama
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding more spices next time. Otherwise, the recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in under an hour.
Akey Noel
[email protected]I made this recipe in my Instant Pot, and it turned out perfectly! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the peas were cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.
zanib Fatima
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend using less peppers next time. Otherwise, the recipe was easy to follow and the dish was ready in under an hour.
Kokobe Kassa
[email protected]I've been making this recipe for years, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The peas and rice are always perfectly cooked, and the flavor is always spot-on. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make Bahamian dish.
Madeleine Bartrop-sackey
[email protected]This was my first time making Bahamian peas and rice, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the dish was ready in under an hour. I especially loved the spicy flavor of the peppers.
Fizzy Josh
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate seconds! The rice was fluffy and flavorful, and the peas were cooked just right. I will definitely be making this again.
Abdullah King
[email protected]This recipe was a hit! The peas and rice were cooked perfectly, and the flavor was amazing. I loved the addition of the coconut milk, which gave the dish a creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again.