Jollof Rice
Country: South Africa
Jollof Rice is a popular dish from West Africa, consisting of rice cooked in a rich tomato and pepper sauce, enhanced with spices and seasonings. It is often served with grilled vegetables, meat, or chicken, and is known for its vibrant orange color and distinctive flavor
Ingredients
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2 Cup
of Basmati rice
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0.25 Cup
of oil
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1 Piece
of onion
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1 Teaspoon
of garlic
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1 Tablespoon
of Tomato paste
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4 Piece
of Tomato
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1 Piece
of Bell pepper
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2 Piece
of chicken bouillon cubes
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1 Teaspoon
of Thyme powder
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1 Teaspoon
of turmeric
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1 Teaspoon
of Salt
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1 Teaspoon
of Ground black pepper
Instructions
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1
In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat, then add the onions and sauté until they are soft and golden. Next, add the minced garlic and tomato paste, and cook for an additional minute until the ingredients are well combined
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2
Next, add the chopped tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and optional chili pepper. Stir in the chicken stock cubes, thyme, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Mix the ingredients well and let the sauce simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes until it thickens
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3
Next, add the rinsed rice to the sauce and stir until all the ingredients are well combined. Pour in 4 cups of water or chicken broth, then add the bay leaf (optional). Allow the rice to come to a boil over medium heat
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4
Once the rice starts boiling, reduce the heat and let the rice cook on low heat for 20 minutes until it is fully cooked and absorbs all the liquid
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5
After cooking, remove the bay leaf and gently stir the rice. Serve it with roasted vegetables, meat, or chicken as desired
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