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Bahamian Peas And Rice

Various versions of this dish are made throughout the caribbean. you could easily make this a vegetarian dish by omitting the bacon. 1 teaspoon dried basil and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme may be substituted for the fresh herbs. from the barbecue bible.

Steps

Heat oil in a large , heavy pot over medium heat.
Add bacon and cook until lightly browned , about 4 minutes.
Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat.
Add onion , bell pepper , garlic , basil , thyme , salt and pepper , and cook until the onion is golden brown , about 5 minutes.
Stir in tomato paste and sugar and cook for 2 minutes more.
Add water and bring to a boil.
Stir in rice and lime juice and return to a boil.
Reduce heat to low , cover pot , and cook 15 minutes.
If the rice is too dry , add 2-3 tablespoons water.
If too wet , leave cover ajar for remaining cooking time.
Stir in peas.
Cook until rice is tender , about 3 minutes more.
Remove pot from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.
Fluff with fork and correct seasoning if needed.

Ingredients

vegetable oil, bacon, onion, green bell pepper, garlic cloves, fresh basil leaves, fresh thyme, salt, fresh ground black pepper, tomato paste, sugar, water, long-grain white rice, fresh lime juice, pigeon peas