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island style peas & rice

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Lori L (JostLori)
San Diego

Great with jerk chicken, to cool off the heat. The raisins can be golden or dark, and are optional. Hubby doesn't like them in his rice...

(1 rating)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For island style peas & rice

  • 1 c
    chicken broth
  • 1 can
    coconut milk (13 oz)
  • 1/4 c
    golden raisins
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    jerk seasoning
  • 1 pkg
    yellow rice mix (10 oz)
  • 1 c
    frozen peas

How To Make island style peas & rice

  • 1
    Place the first four ingredients in a medium sauce pan (coconut milk thru jerk seasoning). Bring to a boil.
  • 2
    Add the rice mix and stir to combine. Bring back to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender and most of liquid has been absorbed.
  • 3
    Add the peas and stir gently. Cover and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until peas are heated. Fluff rice and serve.

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