Ital Stew

Ital Stew
Although it is most commonly associated with the diet of Rastafarians, Ital stew is enjoyed by everyone. It is a healthy alternative to meat-based diets. It is good for you and it is also delicious. It can be eaten with a side of white rice (or mixed in). On those cold winter evenings, a bowl of ital stew will do you good. Follow this easy recipe and start warming up now.
Ital Stew
Ingredients
- 2 Cans Kidney Beans Drained
- 1 Whole Scotch Bonnet Pepper
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 2 1/2 Cups Coconut Milk
- 7 Whole Allspice Seeds
- 2 Clves Garlic Minced
- 1 Whole Onion Sliced
- 2 Sprigs Thyme
- 10 Whole Okras
- 1 Tsp Black Pepper
- 3 Whole Potatoes Cubed
- 3 Whole Carrots Cubed
- 1/2 Lb Pumpkin Cubed
- 1 Can Corn
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, add your coconut milk and water and let simmer over a medium flame
- Add your red peas, scotch bonnet pepper, black pepper, allspice seeds and garlic to the pot
- Let simmer for a few minutes, then add your onion, thyme, pumpkin and okras (stir pot intermittently)
- Add your potatoes, corn, and carrots
- Let simmer for about 25 minutes.Served hot, with or without white rice.