Sweet Jamaican Rice
Transport your taste buds to the Caribbean with this irresistibly flavorful Sweet Jamaican Rice, a dish that masterfully balances tropical sweetness and warming spices. Made with fragrant long-grain white rice simmered in creamy coconut milk and infused with brown sugar, allspice, cinnamon, and vanilla, this comforting recipe brings a touch of island magic to your table. A handful of plump raisins adds bursts of natural sweetness, while a finishing touch of butter makes every bite rich and satisfying. Ready in just 35 minutes, Sweet Jamaican Rice is perfect as a side dish for grilled meats or a light, indulgent dessert. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant pop of color and serve warm for a dish that’s as visually enticing as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, brown sugar, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add the rinsed rice and raisins to the saucepan, stirring to ensure the rice is evenly distributed.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice cook for 18-20 minutes, or until the liquid is fully absorbed and the rice is tender.
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming.
Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the butter for added richness.
Transfer the sweet Jamaican rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light dessert, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.2 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.6 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1430 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 240.5 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.9 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1169 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
