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Jollof Rice
West Africa

Jollof Rice

The iconic West African one-pot rice dish cooked in a rich tomato and pepper sauce. A staple at celebrations across the region.

Total Time

75 min

Servings

6

Difficulty

Intermediate

Origin

Nigeria

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Ingredients

10 items

  • 13 cups Long grain parboiled rice
  • 24 tablespoons Tomato paste
  • 36 medium Fresh tomatoes
  • 43 large Red bell peppers
  • 52 pieces Scotch bonnet pepper
  • 62 large Onions
  • 71/2 cup Vegetable oil
  • 83 cups Chicken stock
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1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 101 teaspoon Curry powder

    • Instructions

    7 steps

    1. 1

      Blend tomatoes, red bell peppers, scotch bonnet, and one onion until smooth. Set aside.

    2. 2

      Heat vegetable oil in a large pot. Dice the remaining onion and fry until golden.

    3. 3

      Add tomato paste and fry for 3-4 minutes until it darkens slightly.

    4. 4

      Pour in the blended tomato mixture. Cook on medium heat for 20-25 minutes until oil floats on top.

    5. 5

      Season with thyme, curry powder, and salt to taste. Add chicken stock.

    6. 6

      Wash and add the rice. Stir well, cover tightly, and cook on low heat for 30 minutes.

    7. 7

      Check rice, add more stock if needed. Cover and cook until rice is tender and sauce is absorbed.