Haitian Black Rice (Diri Djon Djon)

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1. 1Step 1: Prepare all of the ingredients and set aside. Blend the djon djon with 4 cups of water. Strain it using a sieve until the liquid is no longer visible. Add 4 cups of water and continue to strain. Reserve 4 cups of the djon djon liquid to cook the rice. Store the remaining 4 cups in the freezer for later use. Over medium heat, heat the oil and saute the vegetables: peppers, onions, and garlic until fragrant.
2. 2Step 2: Add the washed rice and add the seasoning (Jacmel, Saint-Marc, and the salt). Stir well to combine. Then add the djon djon liquid. Next, add the thyme, stir well, and reduce the heat to medium-low. Adjust the seasoning if needed. Cover and allow the rice to cook until the water has evaporated. Add the sweet peas and mix well. Cover and allow the dish to come to temperature for about 5 minutes. Serve hot with your preferred protein.
3. 3Step 3: Prepare all of the ingredients. Slice the red bell peppers, dice or chop the onions, mince the garlic, and open the Maggi. Sautee the onion and garlic for about 1 minute or until fragrant, then add the cubes. Dissolve the cubes completely by constantly stirring it. Meanwhile, as the cubes continue to dissolve, clean the rice in accordance with by rinsing it with water until the liquid runs clear.
4. 4Step 4: Once the cubes are dissolved, add the rice. Stir to fully incorporate all of the ingredients. Add the water and thyme. Stir just a couple times. Cover the pot with the lid, turn the knob to sealing. Press the "Rice" button which will cook the rice for 12 minutes. After 12 minutes, quick release, and add the frozen peas and red bell peppers. Stir it all together. But not too much. Just enough to mix everything.