Peas Rice

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This is a very simple to make. Seasoned rice and peas make an excellent main meal. I am sure it will become a favorite once you try it.

Submitted by Sowmya
Updated on November 19, 2024
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 1 cup basmati rice

  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine

  • 2 whole cloves

  • 1 (2 inch) piece cinnamon stick

  • 1 serrano pepper, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root

  • ¼ cup green peas

  • salt to taste

  • ¼ teaspoon white sugar

  • 2 cups water

Directions

  1. Wash and drain the rice.

  2. Heat a saucepan over a medium heat. Add butter or margarine and let melt. Stir in cloves, cinnamon, Serrano chile, and ginger. Saute briefly. Mix in rice and stir to coat it evenly. Stir in peas, salt, and sugar. Pour in water and bring the water to a boil.

  3. Reduce heat to simmer and let rice cook covered for 15 to 20 minutes; or until rice is tender.

26 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

407 Calories
7g Fat
79g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 407
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 45mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 79g 29%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 8g 17%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 66mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.