In my family, rice and peas were made with gungo peas or kidney beans. The ingredients for rice and peas vary from family to family, across the generations and islands of the Caribbean ...

Rice and peas is an all-time classic side dish, and one of the most popular foods in Jamaican cuisine — and it’s easy to see why. It’s packed with flavour, pairs well with just about ...

Rice salad is especially tasty when you add raw peas and fresh, chopped mint. A rice salad is a tasty and colorful addition to a summer meal, plus it’s a fun alternative to the typical potato salad.

For the rice and peas, heat the oil in a large saucepan or casserole. Add the onion, and fry until soft and translucent. Add the garlic, thyme and rice and stir until the rice looks glossy.