Authentic Bahamian Peas and Rice

This is an authentic version of Bahamian peas and rice, I am a native of the Bahamas and this is how it was taught to me, hope you enjoy it. Serve with any prepared meat.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 531 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• salt and pepper to taste
• 6 cups water
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 teaspoon browning sauce
• ½ green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cups uncooked brown rice
• 1 (15 ounce) can pigeon peas, drained
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 (10 ounce) can coconut milk
• 8 ounces cubed cooked ham
• 2 slices bacon - cooked and crumbled (Optional)
• 8 ounces corned beef, chopped

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, and fry until transparent. Stir in the green pepper, ham, tomato paste, tomato, bacon, corned beef, and pigeon peas. Season with thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

Step 2

Stir in the coconut milk, water and browning sauce, and bring to a boil. Stir in the rice. Return to a boil, then stir, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for about 45 minutes, until rice is tender. Stir occasionally.