The unique color of rice with pigeon peas

Coclé is one of the provinces where you can sample any kind of food, whether meat, seafood, vegetables or legumes. One type is the pigeon pea, in Panama also known as the stick bean. The pigeon pea is very nutritious, for its high levels of protein and amino acids, and combined with cereals like rice creates a balanced meal.

Recipe: Rice with Pigeon Peas

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. vegetable oil

1/2 medium onion, finely chopped

1/2 to 3/4 cup fresh pigeon peas

3 cilantro leaves, finely chopped

1 cup long grain rice, washed and drained

2 cups water

1 tsp. salt, or to taste

Preparation

Heat the oil in a pot or pan. Saute the onion and pigeon peas for a few minutes, or until the onion turns translucent. Add the chopped cilantro and rinsed rice. Wait two minutes more. Add water and salt to taste. As soon as it begins to boil, turn the heat down as low as possible, and cover. This dish is accompanied by a rich chicken stew.

Bon appétit!

The unique color of rice with pigeon peas

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