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Antiguan Stewed Pigeon Peas
A hearty and flavorful one-pot dish featuring tender pigeon peas slow-cooked with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and often a touch of salted meat for depth. It's a comforting staple often served as a side or a light main course.
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- 2 cups Dried Pigeon Peas(soaked overnight and drained)
- 6 cups Water or Vegetable Broth
- 0.5 lb Salted Pork or Pigtail(rinsed and cut into small pieces (optional))
- 1 medium Onion(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 1 medium Bell Pepper(chopped (any color))
- 1 medium Carrot(diced)
- 2 sprigs Thyme
- 2 stalks Scallions(chopped)
- 1 small Scotch Bonnet Pepper(whole, or to taste (pierced))
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black Pepper(freshly ground)
- 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
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- 1
If using salted pork or pigtail, rinse thoroughly and place in a pot with enough water to cover. Boil for about 15-20 minutes to remove excess salt. Drain and set aside.
- 2
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sautรฉ until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic, chopped bell pepper, and diced carrot. Cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- 4
Add the soaked and drained pigeon peas, the prepared salted pork (if using), and the water or vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well.
- 5
Add the thyme sprigs, chopped scallions, whole Scotch bonnet pepper (pierced), salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 6
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for at least 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the pigeon peas are tender and the stew has thickened. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 7
If the stew becomes too thick before the peas are tender, add a little more water or broth. If it's too thin, remove the lid during the last 15-20 minutes of cooking to allow it to reduce.
- 8
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Remove the thyme sprigs and the whole Scotch bonnet pepper before serving (or leave the pepper in for those who like it very spicy).
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- โSoaking the pigeon peas overnight is crucial for reducing cooking time and improving digestibility.
- โFor a vegetarian version, omit the salted pork and use vegetable broth.
- โThe Scotch bonnet pepper adds a signature heat; adjust the quantity or remove it entirely based on your spice preference. Piercing it allows some flavor to infuse without making it overwhelmingly hot.
- โA longer simmering time will result in a richer flavor and creamier texture.
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- Add diced pumpkin or sweet potato for extra heartiness.
- Incorporate other root vegetables like dasheen or yam.
- Serve with a side of white rice, roti, or johnny cakes.