Best 6 Caribbean Seasoned Rice Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean with this guide to crafting the perfect Caribbean seasoned rice. Whether you are a seasoned cook looking to expand your culinary horizons or a novice venturing into the world of flavorful cuisine, this article will provide you with the necessary knowledge and techniques to create a dish that is both delicious and authentic. From the aromatic spices and herbs to the unique cooking methods, you will discover the secrets to creating a mouthwatering Caribbean seasoned rice that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Caribbean Islands. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the art of making Caribbean seasoned rice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARIBBEAN SEASONED RICE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons peanut oil
Salt and fresh ground pepper
6 to 8 chicken thighs, halved
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, diced
1/4 cup scallions, chopped
2 sprigs thyme
2 bay leaves
3 cups long grain rice, rinsed
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
1 1/2 cups butternut squash, small dice
1 1/2 cups frozen peas
5 cups water

Steps:

  • Heat oil in saucepan until just smoking. Salt and pepper chicken pieces and brown both sides in single layers. When all the pieces are browned off, remove chicken from the pan and set aside. Drain oil from pan. Add butter, onion, scallions, thyme, bay leaves, and saute for 4 minutes. Add rice and saute for 4 to 5 minutes more, then add garlic, chicken, squash, peas and water. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cover for 35 minutes.

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

CARIBBEAN YELLOW RICE



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From Epicurious...Sofrito, a sautéed vegetable mixture that typically contains garlic, onion, and bell pepper, is used as a seasoning in much of Latin America and the Caribbean. Here, it flavors yellow rice. The color comes from annatto seeds-which have an astringent, slightly peppery flavor-heated in oil until bright red-orange.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     White Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon annatto seeds (see cooks' note, below)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 3/4 cups long-grain white rice
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Heat annatto seeds and oil in a very small saucepan over low heat, swirling pan frequently, until oil turns bright red-orange and begins to simmer, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a small bowl, discarding seeds.
  • Cook onion, bell pepper, garlic, and cilantro in 1 1/2 tablespoons annatto oil in a 2-to 3-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until vegetables are softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Add rice and cook, stirring, until most of grains are opaque, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in water and 1 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Stir rice again, then reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is just tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 5 minutes.
  • Fluff rice with a fork before serving.
  • Cooks' notes:
  • You can substitute 1/4 teaspoon saffron for the annatto. Use only 1 1/2 tablespoon oil and crumble saffron into oil just before using it.
  • Leftover annatto oil keeps, refrigerated in an airtight container, up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.5, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2, Sodium 592.9, Carbohydrate 67.6, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6.2

CARIBBEAN RICE AND BEANS



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Categories     Bean     Herb     Rice     Side     Low Fat     Low/No Sugar     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed, drained
1/2 large red onion, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar*
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 white onion, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 cup Arborio rice*
3 1/2 cups canned unsalted chicken broth
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 large bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/8 teaspoon (or more) cayenne pepper
Balsamic vinegar and Arborio rice are available at specialty foods stores, Italian markets and some supermarkets.

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in medium bowl. Let stand 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add rice and stir 1 minute to coat with onion mixture. Add broth, wine, bay leaves, turmeric and cayenne pepper and blend well. Bring mixture to boil; stir well. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until rice is tender and mixture is creamy, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper and cayenne.
  • Spoon rice onto platter. Arrange beans and onion garnish alongside.

CARIBBEAN RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: pork shoulder, chorizo, sour orange, garlic, fresh cilantro, red onion, red pepper, rice, black beans, black pepper, salt, water, coconut milk

Provided by Cesar Navarrete

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ lb pork shoulder, diced
7 oz chorizo, sliced
1 sour orange, juiced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro
½ cup red onion, chopped
½ cup red pepper, chopped
2 cups rice, pre-cooked
1 ½ cups black beans, boiled
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups water, used to boiled beans
1 can coconut milk

Steps:

  • In a large pan, cook the pork, chorizo, and orange juice. Remove from the pan, leaving the grease behind.
  • Take the remaining grease and mix it with garlic, cilantro, onion, and pepper and have it cook for 5 minutes at medium heat.
  • Add the pork and chorizo to the mixture, then add the rice and beans.
  • Add the salt and pepper to the mix and the water from the beans. Let it cook for 15 minutes until the rice is cooked, adding water if needed.
  • Add the can of coconut milk and stir everything for 5 more minutes.
  • Serve and eat up!!!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 4 grams

CARIBBEAN-STYLE RICE PILAF



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Make and share this Caribbean-Style Rice Pilaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups long-grain rice
4 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat; add onion and garlic and saute until softened, about 4 minutes.
  • Add rice and stir to coat with butter. Add remaining ingredients, cover, and heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove bay leaf.
  • Serve hot or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your rice will taste. Look for fragrant rice, such as basmati or jasmine, and use fresh, flavorful vegetables.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking: This will help to remove starch and impurities, resulting in fluffy, separate grains of rice.
  • Use the right amount of water: The amount of water you use will depend on the type of rice you are cooking. As a general rule, use 1 1/2 cups of water for every cup of rice.
  • Season the rice: Add salt and other seasonings to the rice before cooking. This will help to infuse the rice with flavor.
  • Cook the rice over low heat: This will help to prevent the rice from burning or sticking to the pot.
  • Let the rice rest before serving: Once the rice is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the rice to absorb all of the flavors.

Conclusion:

Caribbean seasoned rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it spicy or mild, vegetarian or meat-based, there is a Caribbean seasoned rice recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish, give Caribbean seasoned rice a try.

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