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Name: Authentic Bahamian Peas 'n' Rice Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Bahamas
Ingredients: 1 cup dried pigeon peas (gungo peas), rinsed and soaked overnight; 1 lb salted pork or salted beef, diced (or 4-6 strips of bacon for a milder flavor); 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small bell pepper (green or red), diced; 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 4 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice (optional, but traditional); 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste, as salted pork may provide enough); 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, whole (optional, for heat; do not break it unless you want very spicy); 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish); 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Bahamian Peas 'n' Rice

Bahamas

Nationwide

A staple side dish of pigeon peas, rice, tomatoes, and salted pork, cooked slowly for rich flavor.

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