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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Side Dishes » Jamaican Rice And Peas

    Jamaican Rice and Peas

    Feb 22, 2010 · Modified: Aug 29, 2022 by Erica Dinho · 32 Comments

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    Jamaica is a beautiful island located in the Greater Antilles and was the home of Bob Marley, one of my favorite musicians.

    Some ingredients used in Jamaican cuisine are similar to the ingredients used in Colombian cuisine. Some examples of this are: plantains, yuca, coconut milk, beans, avocado, tropical fruits and anatto.

    As you may know by now, my friend Joan from Foodalogue is having a virtual culinary tour and this week she is going to Jamaica. So, I will be joining her with a traditional Jamaican side dish, rice and peas.

    Soon you may be asking, "where are the peas in this recipe?". Well, in Jamaica, beans are called peas. This recipe is flavourful and delicious and is especially good with fried plantains on the side.

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    Jamaican Rice and Peas

    Erica Dinho
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine International
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 907 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 2 garlic cloves minced
    • 1 habanero pepper finely chopped
    • 3 scallions chopped
    • 1 ½ cups rice
    • 1 can 15.5 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
    • 11/2 cups coconut milk
    • 2 cups water
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • ½ teaspoon fresh thyme

    Instructions
     

    • Heat the olive oil in a medium pot. Add the scallions and cook about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and habanero and cook for 2 minutes more. Add the rice and stir until well combined.
    • Add the beans, salt, pepper, water, coconut milk, butter and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot and let it simmer over low heat for about 35 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed.
    • Fluff with a fork and serve warm.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 907kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 12gFat: 71gSaturated Fat: 59gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 0.4mgSodium: 56mgPotassium: 809mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 132IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 11mg
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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    Comments

    1. sugar plum

      February 22, 2010 at 10:26 am

      I love the beautiful way u painted a pretty pic for Jamaica...and ur delightful recipe and pics too....
      Have a wondeful day ahead.....

      Reply
    2. Kim

      February 22, 2010 at 10:27 am

      I love how you use a mold to shape your rice! It looks really pretty Erica!

      Reply
    3. 5 Star Foodie

      February 22, 2010 at 10:40 am

      Mmm... the rice and beans sound just perfect especially with the fried plantains! I haven't made my dish yet. I hope to make it tonight.

      Reply
    4. Joan Nova

      February 22, 2010 at 12:41 pm

      Even though I knew red beans were used when a Jamaican recipe calls for peas, I went the literal route and used green peas. Glad you authenticated the dish. Thanks for keeping me company along the way.

      Reply
    5. Maria

      February 22, 2010 at 12:48 pm

      Great addition to Joan's event Erica! Lovely dish with great flavors.

      Reply
    6. Erica

      February 22, 2010 at 12:53 pm

      Thank you everyone for the comments!

      Reply
    7. Juliana

      February 22, 2010 at 3:29 pm

      Erica, this rice dish sure looks delicious...almost can taste the coconut milk in it...by the way, love the plantains as well. We loved Jamaica...it brings lots of great memories 🙂

      Reply
    8. Jenn AKA The Leftover Queen

      February 22, 2010 at 4:20 pm

      I loved the food in Jamaica when we were there! This looks delicious!

      Reply
    9. Sook @ My Fabulous Recipes

      February 22, 2010 at 4:21 pm

      Oh I love rice dishes! This looks beautiful and delicious. I am not sure if I've ever tried any Jamaican food. Looks great!

      Reply
    10. rebecca subbiah

      February 22, 2010 at 5:28 pm

      wow this rocks I love this and great presentation

      Reply
    11. Simply Life

      February 22, 2010 at 5:39 pm

      yum! another mix of some of my favorite ingredients!

      Reply
    12. Erica

      February 22, 2010 at 5:43 pm

      Thank you all for visiting my blog!

      Reply
    13. Joy

      February 22, 2010 at 5:46 pm

      What a beautiful plateful! Rice and beans are such a wonder and I love seeing the ways they are put together. But it is those mouthwatering fried plantains that really make the plate!

      Reply
    14. Bo

      February 22, 2010 at 6:51 pm

      Beautiful presentation! Almost too pretty to eat!

      Reply
    15. Gloria

      February 22, 2010 at 7:35 pm

      Erica this look fantastic, gloria

      Reply
    16. Faith

      February 22, 2010 at 8:32 pm

      I would love to visit Jamaica! This dish looks really delicious -- I love the coconut milk in it!

      Reply
    17. The Trinigourmet

      February 22, 2010 at 10:16 pm

      As someone with a Jamaican mother I must say it was wonderful to see not only an 'authentic' recipe but also down home presentation 🙂 Now I'm hungry! Kudos 🙂

      Reply
    18. Gera @ Sweets Foods Blog

      February 22, 2010 at 10:23 pm

      Adorable recipe more the swing of the Jamaican rhythm with coconut milk 🙂

      Have a great week,

      Gera

      Reply
    19. Erica

      February 22, 2010 at 10:33 pm

      Thank you guys for the wonderful comments!

      Reply
    20. ap269

      February 23, 2010 at 3:55 am

      The combination of the rice with the plantains sounds delicious! I wasn't too happy with my Jamaican recipe, but yours looks really good!

      Reply
    21. grace

      February 23, 2010 at 5:41 am

      ha--i wondered where those brown, kidney-shaped peas were grown. 🙂 great recipe and lovely presentation!

      Reply
    22. Rachana Kothari

      February 23, 2010 at 7:35 am

      Wow!!! this is such a great recipe and you've presented it so beautifully:)

      Reply
    23. Oysterculture

      February 23, 2010 at 9:07 am

      A great adaptation on that wonderful combo beans and rice. I really like the addition of coconut milk.

      Reply
    24. Lyndsey

      February 23, 2010 at 9:55 am

      I wanted another good beans and rice recipe. I love using coconut milk in my rice. This one sounds so good! Thanks!

      Reply
    25. Erica

      February 23, 2010 at 10:04 am

      Thank you:)

      Reply
    26. Joanne

      February 23, 2010 at 1:02 pm

      To be honest, I'm pretty sure everything tastes good with fried plantains on the side. God I love those things.

      This dish looks amazing! Apparently I really like Jamaican food.

      Reply
    27. Kitchen Butterfly

      February 23, 2010 at 5:05 pm

      Those plantains...........look heavenly!!!!!

      Reply
    28. Chris

      February 24, 2010 at 5:28 pm

      Nice easy side dish and I like the way you presented it in a timbale.

      Reply
    29. Jeanette

      December 30, 2010 at 8:47 pm

      I love the flavors of Jamaican food, and this looks really tasty. I might try it with brown rice.

      Reply
    30. Connie

      September 05, 2011 at 3:21 am

      A truly hearty Jamaican meal. Healthy and nutritious. Wonderfully represented here.

      Reply
    31. Kudrat kart

      August 20, 2020 at 7:07 am

      Adorable recipe more the swing of the Jamaican rhythm with coconut milk

      Have a great week,

      Reply

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