Jollof Rice is a popular Nigerian delicacy, if not the most popular Nigerian delicacy. It is a delicious dish that’s basically made with rice, tomatoes, onions and other spices. Nigerian jollof rice is enjoyed by many Nigerians, and can be eaten anywhere even at occasions and gatherings. It is known for it’s vibrant red color.
Nigerian jollof rice is a one-pot dish that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. This dish doesn’t take much time and it’s easy to make following the right instructions. In this article, I’ll be giving a detailed guide on how to make that perfect Nigerian jollof rice. The delicacy is the people’s favorite and perfect if you’re looking to explore the Nigerian cuisine.
Nigerian jollof rice is irresistibly alluring. The aromatic spices, the sweet tomato flavor and the fluffy rice makes it just irresistible. With that being said let’s get cooking!
Ingredients Needed To Make Nigerian Jollof Rice:
- 2 cups of rice(long grain preferably)
- 4-5 tomatoes (finely chopped or blended)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 3 tablespoons of tomato paste
- ¼ cup of vegetable oil
- Red bell pepper(finely diced or blended)
- 1 green bell pepper(finely chopped or blended)
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1 teaspoon of curry powder
- 2 cloves of garlic {minced} (optional)
- ½ teaspoon of paprika
- ½ teaspoon of black pepper
- Bay leaves(optional)
- 1 teaspoon of basil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon of parsley (optional)
- 1 teaspoon of salt (adjustable)
- Chicken broth or vegetable broth
- Water for cooking
These ingredients are adjustable based on personal preference, so feel free to adjust them based on your taste preference.
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Procedure On How To Make Nigerian Jollof Rice:
Step one: In a pot of boiling water, put your rice in and let it parboil for about 30 Minutes then take it out and rinse it thoroughly then set aside.
Step two: Heat up a pot. Once heated put the vegetable oil in the pot and let it heat over medium heat.
Step three: Add the chopped onions and minced garlic in the pot and sauté until they’re fragrant and translucent.
Step four: Add the tomatoes along with the red and green bell peppers and let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens.
Step five: After 10 minutes, stir in your thyme, curry powder, paprika, basil, bay leaves and let it cook for another 5 minutes so that the ingredients can blend in.
Step six: After five minutes of letting the mixture cook, add in your parboiled rice and stir properly until it is evenly coated with the tomato mixture then pour in the chicken or vegetable broth along with salt and pepper for taste.
Step seven: After adding the chicken broth and spices, let the rice cook for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is well to your desired texture.
That’s basically it! Your homemade Nigerian jollof rice is ready to be enjoyed. Serve hot with any protein of your choice like chicken, turkey, fish or boiled eggs. Just enjoy it anyhow you like. You can also garnish or enjoy this with Nigerian Salad or fried plantains. Either way it is very lovely and satisfying.
Conclusion:
This delicacy called Nigerian jollof rice is definitely a must try. If you haven’t tasted this delicacy, you’re definitely missing a lot. It’s a really delicious meal, make sure to try it out.
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