World Recipe: Jamaican Rice

18 Ene World Recipe: Jamaican Rice

Jamaican Rice is a dish that blends Caribbean influences with bold fruity flavours. Although its name refers to the island, this version is a popular adaptation that mixes sweet aromas, spices, and soft alcoholic notes, creating an exotic and balanced dish. It’s ideal for festive meals or as a unique side dish full of character.

Ingredients

• 6 tart apples
• 100 g raisins
• 1/2 cup rum
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Butter
• 6 cloves
• 1/4 kg marzipan
• 1 jar natural cassis
• Sugar
• Cinnamon

Preparation

• Wash the rice and boil it in plenty of salted water until tender.
• Drain well and set aside. Separately, chop the pineapple slices — if using the Caribbean variant — and warm them in a pan with a bit of butter until lightly browned.
• Mix these slices with the hot rice.
• In another pan, sauté the peas in butter and add them to the main mixture.
• You may include the rum-soaked raisins for extra sweetness and aroma, or add apples and cloves if you prefer a more spiced version.
• Adjust sweetness with sugar and a touch of cinnamon.
• To freeze: Place the mixture in an airtight container and put it in the freezer.
• To defrost: Allow it to reach room temperature and reheat in a low oven until hot and fluffy.

A versatile and colourful dish — perfect for bringing tropical flavours to your table.