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Name: Authentic Bahamian Peas and Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Bahamas
Ingredients: 1 cup dried pigeon peas (or 1 can of pigeon peas, drained and rinsed); 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice, rinsed; 1 ½ cups coconut milk (full-fat preferred); 1 ½ cups water (or chicken/vegetable broth for more flavor); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 stalk celery, finely chopped; 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped; 1 scotch bonnet pepper, whole (optional, for heat); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste); ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon paprika; 1 green onion (scallion), sliced (for garnish, optional)

Bahamian Peas and Rice

Bahamas

All Islands

Rice cooked with pigeon peas, coconut milk, and savory seasonings.

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