Phil McCockin’s Caribbean Castaway Cock Rice
Caribbean Castaway Cock Rice is a bold island-style skillet packed with layers of flavor and adventure. Tender chunks of mahi mahi, juicy shrimp, savory ribeye, and seasoned chicken are seared in a hot cast iron pan, then tossed with peppers, garlic, pineapple, and perfectly cooked rice. Finished with lime, soy, and fresh cilantro, this vibrant one-pan dish delivers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and tropical heat. Whether served beachside with a cold drink or straight from the skillet at home, it’s a colorful Caribbean-inspired meal that’s big on flavor and easy to share.
Servings 6
Calories 433kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb mahi mahi cut into chunks
- ½ lb shrimp peeled and deveined
- ½ lb ribeye steak thinly sliced
- ½ lb chicken breast or thigh cubed
- 3 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- 1 onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup pineapple chunks fresh or canned
- 3 cups cooked rice preferably day-old
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp chili flakes optional
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large cast iron pan over medium-high. Sear chicken, shrimp, steak, and mahi in batches until just cooked. Set aside.
- Add remaining oil, sauté peppers, onion, and garlic until softened. Toss in pineapple chunks.
- Stir in rice, soy sauce, lime juice, chili flakes, and season with salt and pepper.
- Return proteins to the pan, toss everything together, and cook until sizzling hot.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve beachside with rum—or in Phil’s case, as ransom food.
Pro Tips (Phil-style):
- Use day-old rice for the best texture—nobody likes soggy cock and rice.
- Caramelize the pineapple for smoky-sweet flavor.
- A squeeze of lime just before serving makes the dish sing louder than a Key West parrot.
Nutrition
Calories: 433kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 687mg | Potassium: 873mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 969IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 3mg