Best 6 Caribbean Coconut Rice And Beans Recipes

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If you're looking for a flavorful and nutritious dish that is sure to impress your taste buds, look no further than Caribbean coconut rice and beans. With its combination of tender rice, creamy coconut milk and savory beans, this dish is a staple of Caribbean cuisine. The rice is cooked in a flavorful broth with coconut milk, giving it a rich and creamy texture. The beans provide a hearty and protein-rich complement to the rice, while the spices and herbs add a layer of complexity and depth of flavor. This dish can be served as a main course or as a side dish, and is sure to be a hit no matter how you choose to enjoy it.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARIBBEAN COCONUT RICE AND BEANS



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From Bittman's, "The Best Recipes in the World." If you like any of his recipes, you may as well go ahead and buy the book. It's fantastic, both as a reference and for its recipes.

Provided by Debbie R.

Categories     Rice

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups coconut milk
1 bay leaf (or 1 tsp. peeled and minced fresh garlic) (optional)
1 1/2 cups short-grain rice (or long-grain...particularly jasmine)
salt
1/2 cup cooked beans (moist kidney, pinto, pink or black beans)

Steps:

  • Combine coconut milk, bay leaf (or garlic) if you're using it, and rice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Add some salt, lower heat to low and cover. Cook for 10 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure it doesn't scorch.
  • Uncover. Cook, stirring over low heat, until rice is tender and mixture is creamy, about 15 minutes. At about the 10-minute mark, stir in beans. If liquid evaporates before rice is done, stir in water (about 1/2 cup at a time), and cook until done.

CARIBBEAN RICE AND BEANS



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/2 Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and diced (while handling, protect your hands and eyes, and avoid breathing fumes)
2 (16-ounce) cans black beans (or your choice of beans), rinsed clean
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 cup dry rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Hot sauce, to taste (recommended: Tabasco)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet. Gently saute onions, garlic and hot peppers, then add beans and vinegar and cook for about 5 minutes. Add the rice to the beans, then stir in stock, reduce heat, and simmer until rice is cooked, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in parsley, chives, hot sauce, salt, and pepper and serve.

JAMAICAN RICE AND PEAS (COCONUT RICE AND BEANS)



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Jamaican Rice and Peas (or Caribbean Red Beans and Coconut Rice) is an easy and flavorful side dish that brings a fun tropical flair to your meal.Yield 3 1/2 c

Provided by Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere

Categories     Side Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ tsp unsalted butter
½ onion, (diced)
1 garlic clove, (minced)
1 c rice, (dry)
1 bay leaf
½ tsp thyme
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 c water
½ c coconut milk ((canned))
½ c cooked red beans ((kidney beans or pigeon peas))
½ tsp salt

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a medium saucepan. Add onion and garlic, and sauté 1-2 minutes over medium heat.
  • Add rice, bay, thyme, pepper, water, and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes.
  • Add the beans and continue to cook, covered, until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender, 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove the bay leaf and mix in the salt. Let the rice stand, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming.
  • Taste the rice and adjust the salt and pepper as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 kcal, Carbohydrate 29 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Sodium 46 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CARIBBEAN RED BEANS AND RICE



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Easy weeknight meal of red beans and rice. The coconut milk and jalapeno give it the flavor you will crave. This recipe is an Art Smith recipe. My family voted it a definite keeper!

Provided by lisar

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 cups basmati rice, uncooked
1 (15 ounce) can red beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 cups coconut milk
1 cup chicken broth
1 sprig fresh thyme
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepot, over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and onion and cook until soft, then add the jalapeno pepper.
  • Add the rice and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add the beans, coconut milk and chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat to low, and add the thyme and salt and pepper.
  • Cook until the broth and coconut milk are reduced, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637, Fat 19, SaturatedFat 12.5, Sodium 156.9, Carbohydrate 105.2, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 39.9, Protein 12.9

CARIBBEAN COCONUT RICE



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This fragrant coconut rice pilaf goes especially well with Indian, Asian, and Caribbean entrées. It's so good and so simple, though, you'll probably find yourself making it often to accompany weeknight meals.

Provided by JenniH76

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons unsalted butter
2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick
1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
¾ cup water
¾ cup light coconut milk
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon grated lime zest
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper
¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut, toasted

Steps:

  • Melt butter in saucepan over medium heat. Add ginger, garlic, and cinnamon stick, and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in rice, and sauté until rice grains are opaque, about 2 minutes. Add water, coconut milk, sugar, salt, lime zest, and white pepper and bring to a simmer. Stir once, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Fluff rice with a fork, cover, and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with toasted coconut, if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 9.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 248.9 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

COCONUT RICE WITH BLACK BEANS



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Easy, delicious rice and bean dish that can be served as a main vegetarian course or side dish to Latin and Asian foods.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon butter
½ shallot, minced
1 cup uncooked jasmine rice
¾ cup coconut milk
1 cup water
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the shallot, and cook until the shallot has softened and turned translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the rice and stir until coated with the butter. Pour in the coconut milk and water; season with nutmeg. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender, about 18 minutes. Stir in the black beans, and cook a few minutes until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 19 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs. There are many different ways to make Caribbean coconut rice and beans, so find a combination of flavors that you enjoy.
  • Cook the rice and beans separately. This will help to ensure that both are cooked evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot to cook the rice and beans. This will help to prevent them from sticking.
  • Add the coconut milk and other seasonings to the rice and beans after they are cooked. This will help to prevent the coconut milk from curdling.
  • Serve the rice and beans hot. They are best enjoyed fresh out of the pot.

Conclusion:

Caribbean coconut rice and beans is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, there is a recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Caribbean coconut rice and beans a try. You won't be disappointed!

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