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African Jollof Rice Recipe

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Description

African Jollof Rice is a popular dish throughout West Africa. It is a rice dish that is cooked in a tomato-based sauce with a variety of spices and vegetables. It is a flavorful and aromatic dish that is perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of long-grain rice
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon of paprika
  • 1 tablespoon of cumin
  • 1 tablespoon of thyme
  • 1 tablespoon of salt
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper
  • 3 cups of water
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup of frozen peas
  • 1 cup of sliced carrots
  • 1 cup of sliced green beans
  • 1/4 cup of vegetable oil

Equipment

  • A large pot with a lid
  • A wooden spoon
  • A sharp knife
  • A cutting board

Method

  1. Begin by washing the rice in cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
  3. Add the diced red and green bell peppers, sliced carrots, and sliced green beans to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the can of diced tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, thyme, salt, and black pepper to the pot and stir well.
  5. Add the washed rice to the pot and stir until the rice is coated with the tomato-based sauce.
  6. Add 3 cups of water to the pot and stir well. Add the scotch bonnet pepper to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Allow the rice to simmer for 25 minutes.
  8. Add the frozen peas to the pot and stir well. Cover the pot and allow the rice to simmer for another 10 minutes.
  9. After 10 minutes, check the rice to see if it is cooked through. If it is not cooked through, cover the pot and allow it to simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
  10. Once the rice is cooked through, remove the scotch bonnet pepper from the pot and fluff the rice with a fork.
  11. Serve the African Jollof Rice hot and enjoy!

Notes

This recipe can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. If you prefer a spicier dish, you can add more scotch bonnet peppers. If you prefer a milder dish, you can omit the scotch bonnet pepper altogether.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 382
  • Carbohydrates: 61g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 1247mg
  • Potassium: 491mg
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Vitamin A: 6375IU
  • Vitamin C: 64mg
  • Calcium: 70mg
  • Iron: 3mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to wash the rice thoroughly before cooking to remove excess starch.
  • Use a sharp knife when dicing the vegetables to ensure that they cook evenly.
  • If you are unable to find scotch bonnet peppers, you can substitute with habanero peppers.
  • If you have leftover African Jollof Rice, it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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