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Puerto Rican Rice and Pigeon Peas
 
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Servings: 1
from More with Less, p. 102
Ingredients:
1/2 lb pinto beans, dry
4 c water
1 lb pork ribs, cut into 1 pieces
1/4 c canola oil
3/4 c tomato paste
2 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 c cabbage, finely chopped
1 t oregano
1 t capers
1 t salt
2 c uncooked rice
Directions:
1. Soak beans in water, then cook until tender.
2. Prep the rest in a dutch oven or large skillet: brown pork.
3. Add oil and tomato paste; stir to coat meat.
4. Add vegetables and spices; stir-fry briefly just to wilt vegetables.
5. Add rice and cooked beans; stir well.
6. Add 6-7 cups bean liquid and water.
7. Cook at moderate heat 15 minutes; stir once or twice. Reduce heat, cover, and finish cooking slowly until rice is done.
By RecipeOfHealth.com