Jamaican Rice and Peas

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

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

Method

1. Combine all ingredients in a pot. Bring to a boil.

2. Stir once, cover, reduce to low. Cook 20 min.

3. 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).