Best 5 Sweet Jamaican Rice Recipes
Immerse yourself in a culinary adventure as we explore the vibrant flavors of Jamaican cuisine. With its unique blend of spices, herbs, and fresh ingredients, Jamaican cooking captivates the senses and tantalizes the taste buds. One dish that embodies this culinary magic is Sweet Jamaican Rice, a delectable symphony of flavors that combines aromatic rice, sweet coconut milk, succulent vegetables, and a hint of heat from fiery peppers. Prepare to embark on a journey that will leave your taste buds dancing and your heart craving more.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
JAMAICAN RICE
Authentic Jamaican rice. This adds a sweet, vegetarian complement to spicy dishes!
Provided by nostatic
Categories Side Dish Rice Side Dish Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and red apple; cook and stir until onion is transparent. Season with curry powder, and stir in the water. Add the rice and molasses, cover, and cook over low heat until the rice is tender, and water has been absorbed, about 30 minutes.
- Mix in the banana, then sprinkle the coconut on top. Heat through for a moment over low heat before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.3 calories, Carbohydrate 71.6 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 11.1 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
SWEET & SPICY RICE JAMAICAN STYLE
This is a tropical seasoned rice, using Jamaican Jerk seasoning and other spices for subtle spicy taste and aromatic. Kids love it. Wonderful served with baked fish or chicken, or cold with milk. Hubby likes it that way. You can add or decrease spices. There is also additions for a show stopper salad.
Provided by Montana Heart Song
Categories Short Grain Rice
Time 35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Add water to saucepan, rice cooker or microwave rice cooker.
- Add all of the spices.
- Heat the water. Stir.
- Add the rice, raisins and coconut.
- Cook covered until all water is absorbed.
- Once the heat is up to simmer, cover and cook on low heat. 20 to 25 minutes on stove top.
- Microwave: 20 minutes at 70% power, then high power for 6 to 8 minutes.
- Rice Cooker: Follow Instructions.
- For Salad: Chill rice, then add crushed pineapple and whipped topping, fold in and serve. Salad will serve 12 to 15 servings.
- Serve cold with milk or vanilla ice cream on top individual serving dishes or hot with a little margarine.
- Note: Use 1 1/4 tsp Jamaican Jerk Seasoning if you want it spicier. Use 1 1/4 teaspoons Chinese 5 Spice if you want more cinnamon and anise taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.7, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 41.5, Carbohydrate 51.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 11.7, Protein 4.1
SWEET RICE
Often called Arroz con Leche, this is a sweet custard-like pudding. I haven't had a single person not love this traditional Mexican rice pudding. You might want to double the recipe!
Provided by crys7422
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Bring the rice, butter, and water to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Whisk together 2 cups of milk, flour, sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in a bowl, and pour the milk mixture over the cooked rice. Stir to combine, and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes. Stir in 1 cup whole milk, the cream, raisins, and cinnamon until thoroughly mixed, and allow to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Carbohydrate 54.3 g, Cholesterol 89.6 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 75.8 mg, Sugar 24.1 g
JAMAICAN STYLE RICE AND PEAS
Dead easy, tasty rice to go with any Caribbean Dish
Provided by adz1156
Time 35m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Drain the liquid from the can of beans into a measuring cup and add the can of coconut milk and enough water to make 500ml of liquid
- Add liquid, beans, garlic, chopped onion and thyme to large pot and bring to the boil
- Add rice and boil on High for 2 minutes, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid has been absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve
SWEET JAMAICAN RICE
Make and share this Sweet Jamaican Rice recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Rice
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a big skillet; cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, 5 minutes or until heated through.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your sweet Jamaican rice. Choose ripe bananas, sweet coconut milk, and aromatic spices.
- Don't overcook the rice: Sweet Jamaican rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooking will make the rice mushy.
- Let the rice cool slightly before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Sweet Jamaican rice is delicious on its own, but it can also be served with a variety of toppings, such as grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or a dollop of sour cream.
Conclusion:
Sweet Jamaican rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like it simple or loaded with toppings, sweet Jamaican rice is sure to please everyone at the table.
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