Rice and peas is the quintessential Jamaican food. It’s the perfect side-dish for just about any Caribbean meal. But don’t limit yourself to serving rice and peas with Caribbean meals, try it with other dishes; it tastes really good with shito (Ghanaian hot pepper sauce).
Rice and peas is a staple food in Jamaica and much of the Caribbean. This version of rice and peas uses canned beans, which makes it quicker and easier to make than with dried beans.
Peas and Rice is ubiquitous dish found in the Caribbean. In Trinidad, you will find this combination of Pigeon Peas and Rice in our local favorite, Pelau. In Jamaica, peas and Rice is an iconic dish that’s served alongside their famous Jerk Chicken. In Puerto Rico, one of their popular national dishes, Arroz con Glandule is Rice and Pigeon Peas. The flavors in this dish include fresh local herbs and seasonings, the earthy nutty flavor of the peas, and the Rice that absorbs it all. With such a rich layering of flavors in one dish, it’s easy to see why it’s so universally popular in the Caribbean. We have made it super easy to follow for this recipe, and it’s also Vegan friendly. However, for our meat lovers, we have added an optional ingredient to satisfy your appetite. This is a great dish that whips up in 30 minutes, and we believe it’s something the whole family will love.
This Jamaican Rice and Peas is comfort food for most people who live and love the island life. It is also super simple to make and real tasty!
Unleash the rich flavors of russet potatoes, heavy cream, and peas, all brought together with aromatic onions and dill in our unforgettable Creamed Peas and Potatoes recipe. The ultimate comfort food awaits!
Making Jamaican rice and peas seriously easy this side dish is extremely diverse and tastes amazing with any sort of protein
A rich and addictive creamy pea and pancetta pasta. Freshened up with fresh lemon and arugula for an easy weeknight meal.
This quick, easy pasta dish takes as long as it takes to cook the pasta itself. It is a savory combination of sweet green peas with crisp onions and bacon.
Arroz con Gandules is the best Puerto Rican rice dish that is filled with FLAVOR.
This creamy pasta with bacon and peas is an easy one-pan dinner recipe made with simple pantry ingredients. Flavorful, delicious, and perfect for busy weeknights!
