Jamaican Rice And Black Beans
Jamaican Rice and Black Beans is a classic dish that combines the flavors of Jamaica with the heartiness of rice and beans. This dish is perfect for a filling and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped (optional for heat)
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and peppers until softened.
- Add the rice, black beans, vegetable broth, thyme, allspice, salt, and pepper to the pot.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300
- Carbohydrates
- 55g
- Protein
- 10g
- Fat
- 3g
Supplies
Large pot Cutting board Knife Spoon
Tools
Fork
Serving suggestions
Serve the Jamaican Rice and Black Beans with a side of fried plantains and a refreshing tropical fruit salad.
Tips & tricks
For a milder version, remove the seeds and membrane from the scotch bonnet pepper before chopping.
Cost
$10