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Jamaican Coconut Rice Recipe

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This flavorful Jamaican Coconut Rice recipe combines creamy coconut milk with aromatic spices and tender kidney beans to create a delicious and hearty side dish. Infused with fresh thyme, allspice, and a hint of heat from optional hot pepper, this comforting rice pairs beautifully with Caribbean and tropical-inspired meals.

Ingredients

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Liquids and Spices

  • 14 oz can coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of freshly ground black pepper

Herbs and Flavorings

  • 3 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 hot pepper (optional)
  • 1 garlic clove, crushed

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (such as jasmine)
  • 15 oz can dark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cooking liquid: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the coconut milk, water, ground allspice, salt, black pepper, fresh thyme sprigs, hot pepper if using, and crushed garlic clove. Bring this mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
  2. Cook the rice: Stir the long-grain white rice into the boiling mixture, then reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer. Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook for 20 minutes or until all the liquid is fully absorbed by the rice.
  3. Finish and serve: Remove the pan from heat and take out the thyme sprigs, garlic, and hot pepper to discard. Gently fold in the rinsed and drained kidney beans into the cooked rice. Cover the pan again and let it stand for 5 minutes to allow the beans to heat through and flavors to meld. Fluff gently with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • You can omit the hot pepper if you prefer a milder flavor.
  • Using jasmine rice gives a fragrant aroma but any long-grain white rice works well.
  • For added richness, consider garnishing with chopped fresh parsley or green onions.
  • This dish pairs wonderfully with jerk chicken, fried plantains, or grilled fish for a complete Jamaican-style meal.

Keywords: Jamaican coconut rice, coconut rice and beans, Caribbean rice recipe, kidney beans rice, side dish, coconut milk rice

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