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Name: Authentic Jamaican Rice and Peas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Jamaica
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain white rice (such as basmati or jasmine); 1 cup dried yellow split peas (or navy peas); 2 cups coconut milk (full-fat preferred); 4 cups water; 1 large onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 green Scotch bonnets or habaneros, deseeded and chopped (adjust to taste for heat); 1 tablespoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; Optional: 1/2 teaspoon allspice or thyme for extra flavor

Rice and Peas

🇯🇲 Jamaica

Nationwide

A staple side dish made with rice, peas, and often coconut milk.

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