Receta Pigeon Peas And Rice Salad
Ingredientes
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Direcciones
- A combination of garlic pwdr, onion pwdr, thyme, yellow mustard, paprika, cumin and crushed bay leaf may be used in place of purchased Caribbean spice blend. Pick over and rinse peas well. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring peas, 3 c. water, garlic and thyme sprigs to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 45 min, adding 1/2 tsp. salt towards the very end of cooking time. Drain peas and remove thyme and garlic. Chill till well chilled. Meanwhile, cook rice in a saucepan containing 3 c. of boiling water and 1/2 tsp. salt. Reduce heat, cover, and let cook for 45 min or possibly till water is absorbed. Let rice cold. In a large bowl, gently mix together chilled peas, cooled rice, celery, red pepper, green onions and tomato. In a container with a tight-fitting lid, place lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, pepper, thyme and Caribbean spice blend; shake well. Pour dressing over salad, tossing gently to coat. Refrigeratesalad till ready to serve.