- Preparation time
- 15 mins
- Cooking time
- 40 mins
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Serves
- 5 people
- Meal course
- Lunch
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- Posted on
- October 19, 2023
- 2 Cup
- long-grain parboiled rice
- 2 Cup
- tomato sauce or blended tomatoes
- 1 Cup
- Vegetable oil
- 1 Large
- onion, finely chopped
- 1 Large
- red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 Medium
- cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 Teaspoon
- ginger, minced
- 1 Teaspoon
- Paprika
- 2 Medium
- Bay leaves
Jollof rice is a popular West African dish known for its rich and flavorful tomato-based sauce. Here’s a basic recipe for Nigerian Jollof Rice:
- Parboil the Rice: - Wash the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. - In a large pot, add the rice and enough water to cover it. Parboil for about 10 minutes until it's partially cooked. You want it to be firm but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: - In a separate pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. - Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent. - Add the minced garlic and ginger, and cook for another minute. - Stir in the tomato sauce or blended tomatoes, and cook for about 10-15 minutes until the oil starts to separate from the tomato sauce.
- Season the Sauce: - Add thyme, curry powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the sauce. Stir well.
- Add Peppers and Broth: - Add the finely chopped red and green bell peppers to the sauce and cook for a few minutes until they soften. - Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and add bay leaves. Allow it to come to a simmer.
- Combine the Rice and Sauce: - Add the partially cooked rice to the sauce. Stir well to combine, ensuring the rice is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Cook the Jollof Rice: - Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Let the Jollof rice simmer for about 25-30 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed the sauce. You can also add your choice of protein during this stage, allowing it to cook along with the rice.
- Fluff and Serve: - Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork to separate the grains. - Remove the bay leaves and serve your delicious Nigerian Jollof Rice hot. You can garnish it with fried plantains, boiled eggs, or your favorite side dish. Jollof rice is a flavorful and filling dish that's perfect for a variety of occasions. Enjoy!
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