This island staple is also known as “Jamaican coat of arms.” Some people add chiles to make it spicy, but we like it mild and slightly sweet to complement the heat of jerk chicken. For this dish, there’s no need to soak the kidney beans before cooking.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 8
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Bring the beans, garlic, coconut milk, and 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat to low. Cover, and cook until the beans are tender but not mushy, 1 hour and 50 minutes to 2 hours.
Step 2
Stir in 2 1/2 cups water and the rice, scallions, thyme, and 1 tablespoon salt; season with pepper. Bring to a boil. Stir once, then reduce heat to low. Cook, covered, without stirring, until all the liquid has been absorbed, about 20 minutes. Let stand, covered, 15 minutes. Fluff the mixture with a fork, and season with salt and pepper.
