Jamaican Rice and Red Beans
Main Dishes

Jamaican Rice and Red Beans

An authentic, flavorful, and comforting Jamaican dish, combining fluffy rice and red beans in a rich coconut milk sauce. Infused with exotic spices and fresh herbs, this vegetarian dish will delight Caribbean cuisine lovers.

Prep⏱️ 10 min
Cook🔥 23 min
Servings👥 4 servings
Difficulty📊 Easy
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🛒 Ingredients

4 servings

4
  • 2 cups white rice
  • 1.27 cups coconut milk
  • 15.87 oz red kidney beans
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 3 scallions
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 Scotch Bonnet pepper

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Directions

  1. 1

    Pour the rice, coconut milk, red kidney beans, water, salt, allspice, and black pepper into a large pot. Stir to combine well.

  2. 2

    Arrange the scallions, thyme, and Scotch Bonnet pepper on top.

  3. 3

    Bring the mixture to a boil.

  4. 4

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 18 minutes.

  5. 5

    Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove the scallions, thyme, and Scotch Bonnet pepper.

  7. 7

    Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

💡 Chef's Tip

High-quality coconut milk significantly enhances the flavor. The Scotch Bonnet pepper adds subtle heat but can be removed before serving for less spice. Perfect recipe for make-ahead.