Simple Rice & Peas

Submitted by Somogirl

"This is an authentic but quick recipe for Jamaican Rice and Peas.This a standby for me I make often.The Scotch Bonnet if left whole will not make the dish hot,just adds flavor."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4-5

ingredients

• 1 (28 ounce) can red kidney beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 1⁄4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 scotch bonnet pepper, habenero

directions

1. Drain the liquid from the cans of beans into a measuring cup and add cocnut milk and enough water to make 4 cups liquid.
2. Place liquid in a pot with the beans,onion,garlic,thyme and oil,bring to a boil.Add rice and stir for a minute.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low. Place scotch bonnet on top of liquid and cover tightly.
4. Simmer for 30 minutes or until rice is cooked.Remove scotch bonnet before serving.