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Jamaican Starch Bowl
A simple and flavorful dish that combines the taste of Jamaica with a side of pilaf. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
⏱35 min🍽2 servings📊easy
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Ingredients
- ●2 tsp Jamaican seasoning blend
- ●1 tbsp coconut oil
- ●2 cups starchpreferably a Caribbean variety
- ●1 cup pilaf
- ●1/4 cup chopped scallions
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Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- 2
Add the Jamaican seasoning blend and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
- 3
Add the starch and stir to combine. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the starch is lightly toasted.
- 4
Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 5
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the starch is tender.
- 6
While the starch is cooking, prepare the pilaf according to the package instructions.
- 7
To assemble the dish, divide the cooked starch between two bowls.
- 8
Top each bowl with a scoop of pilaf and garnish with chopped scallions.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!