Can I make Jamaican Rice and Peas ahead of time?

Yes — prep the components up to a day ahead and store covered in the refrigerator. Reheat gently or bring to room temperature before serving.

How do I store leftover Jamaican Rice and Peas?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Most sides reheat well in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.

Can I freeze Jamaican Rice and Peas?

Most cooked sides freeze well for 2-3 months. Soups and stews freeze especially well. Avoid freezing dishes with high dairy content — they can separate when thawed.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe serves 6. You can scale the ingredients up or down proportionally — use the Meal Plan servings slider to adjust the grocery list automatically.

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Jamaican Rice and Peas

Name: Jamaican Rice and Peas
Prep time: 11 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1.5 cups long-grain rice; 1 can coconut milk; 1 can kidney beans, drained; 1 cup water; 2 garlic cloves; 2 scallions; 1 sprig thyme; 1 scotch bonnet, whole; Salt

Coconut rice with kidney beans — the essential Caribbean side dish.

★ Beginner$35 minServes 6

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Jamaican Rice and Peas — Sides — recipe plated and ready to serve

Nutrition (per serving)

320

Calories

10g

Protein

52g

Carbs

Fat

Fiber

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Ingredients

Servings:6

1 ½ cups long-grain rice

1 can coconut milk

1 can kidney beans, drained

1 cup water

2 garlic cloves

2 scallions

1 sprig thyme

1 scotch bonnet, whole

Salt

Coconut rice with kidney beans — the essential Caribbean side dish.

Method

Combine all ingredients in a pot. Bring to a boil.
Stir once, cover, reduce to low. Cook 20 min.
Remove thyme and scotch bonnet. Fluff with fork.

What You're Practicing

The ''peas'' are actually kidney beans — Caribbean terminology.
The whole scotch bonnet adds subtle flavor without heat (don''t pierce it).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Jamaican Rice and Peas ahead of time?: Yes — prep the components up to a day ahead and store covered in the refrigerator. Reheat gently or bring to room temperature before serving.
How do I store leftover Jamaican Rice and Peas?: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Most sides reheat well in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Can I freeze Jamaican Rice and Peas?: Most cooked sides freeze well for 2-3 months. Soups and stews freeze especially well. Avoid freezing dishes with high dairy content — they can separate when thawed.
How many servings does this recipe make?: This recipe serves 6. You can scale the ingredients up or down proportionally — use the Meal Plan servings slider to adjust the grocery list automatically.