Anguillan Pigeon Peas and Rice
Dried pigeon peas cooked with rice, thyme and lime. Makes approximately four servings as a side; servings and times are estimates.
This rice and pigeon pea dish, known in Anguilla as *pigeon peas and rice*, can be served with fish or stewed meats. This version uses dried peas without soaking them first; boil them until tender before adding the rice.
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Method
- 01
Cook the pigeon peas
Put the pigeon peas in a pot and cover them with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 2 hours. Drain.
Ready to continue when: The peas are tender when tasted, and the cooking water has been drained.
120 min - 02
Add the rice and seasonings
Return the pigeon peas to the pot with 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the rice, lime juice, thyme and butter.
Ready to continue when: The water has returned to a gentle boil and the rice and other ingredients are evenly distributed in the pot.
5 min - 03
Cook the rice
Cover the pot, lower the heat and simmer until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
Ready to continue when: The liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
20 min
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