Jamaican Rice And Gungo Peas
Jamaican Rice and Gungo Peas is a traditional dish that is bursting with flavors of the Caribbean. This hearty and aromatic dish is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice
- 1 cup gungo peas
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole
- 3 cups coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the rice and gungo peas thoroughly.
- In a large pot, sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add the rice, gungo peas, thyme, allspice, scotch bonnet pepper, and coconut milk to the pot.
- Season with salt and pepper, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Cooking spoon
Tools
Cutting board Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Jamaican Rice and Gungo Peas with a side of fried plantains and a refreshing tropical fruit salad.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, you can chop the scotch bonnet pepper and add it to the dish while cooking.
Cost
$10