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.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the coconut milk, water, brown sugar, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Add the rinsed rice and raisins to the saucepan, stirring to ensure the rice is evenly distributed.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes to finish steaming.

Step 7

Fluff the rice with a fork and stir in the butter for added richness.

Step 8

Transfer the sweet Jamaican rice to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or a light dessert, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1171.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1232.3

Total Fat 25.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 1429.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.2g	0%
Total Sugars 106.1g
Protein 13.9g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 194.3mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 1169.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.2%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 77.3%