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Pelau

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Trinidadian one-pot rice with chicken, pigeon peas and coconut milk, browned in caramelised sugar for that distinctive deep colour and flavour.

Prep 15 mins
Cook 40 mins
Servings 6
Difficulty Medium
Per serving £1.10

Approx £6.58 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours →

S by Steven Tobin · Published 4 May 2026
Pelau

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Instructions

  1. 1
    Marinate the chicken pieces in green seasoning and salt for 30 minutes.
  2. 2
    Heat oil in a heavy pot. Add brown sugar, let it darken to deep amber — about 4 minutes.
  3. 3
    Carefully add the chicken (it will spit). Brown for 5 minutes, turning to coat in the caramel.
  4. 4
    Add chopped onion, garlic, scotch bonnet, thyme for 3 minutes. Stir in rice and drained pigeon peas.
  5. 5
    Pour in coconut milk and stock, bring to a simmer. Cover, lowest heat, 25 minutes. Rest 10. Fluff and serve.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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