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rice with peas

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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

This recipe is enjoyed throughout Central America. I serve Carne en Adobo over this rice dish. It also makes an excellent side dish.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For rice with peas

  • 1/4 lb
    salt pork, sliced
  • 1 tsp
    achiote or annatto seed
  • 2 md
    green peppers, chopped
  • 1 md
    onion, chopped
  • 2 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 c
    long grain rice
  • 1 Tbsp
    capers
  • 2 c
    water
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 2 md
    tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 c
    fresh or frozen peas

How To Make rice with peas

  • 1
    In a large skillet, cook the salt pork till crisp. Remove, drain, and crumble. Reserve drippings.
  • 2
    Cook the achiote or annatto seed in the drippings for 5 minutes; discard achiote or annatto seed.
  • 3
    To the drippings, add the green peppers, onion, and garlic; cook till tender. Stir in the uncooked rice, capers, 2 cups water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover; simmer for 10 minutes.
  • 4
    Stir in the tomatoes and peas. Cover and simmer 10 minutes more or until the rice is done. Stir in the crisp salt pork.
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