nigerian
medium
traditional
spicy
festive
Classic Nigerian Jollof Rice
The most beloved West African rice dish, cooked in a rich tomato and pepper sauce with aromatic spices.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
45 min
Servings
6
Difficulty
medium
Nutrition Information (per serving)
380
Calories
8g
Protein
65g
Carbs
12g
Fat
Ingredients
3 cups Long grain rice
Shop $2.353 tbsp Tomato paste
Shop $1.163 medium Red bell peppers
1 piece Scotch bonnet pepper
2 large Onions
Shop $1.164 cups Chicken stock
1/4 cup Vegetable oil
Shop $2.892 tbsp Jollof rice seasoning
Shop $5.573 leaves Bay leaves
Shop $5.36to taste Salt
Shop $1.21Chef's Tips
For the perfect Jollof, let the tomato base cook down properly until it's thick and aromatic. This is the secret to great flavor!
Instructions
1
Blend tomatoes, red peppers, scotch bonnet, and half the onions until smooth.
2
Heat oil in a large pot and fry the remaining chopped onions until golden.
3
Add tomato paste and fry for 2 minutes, then add the blended pepper mixture.
4
Cook the sauce for 15-20 minutes until it reduces and deepens in color.
5
Add the rice, seasoning, bay leaves, and stock. Bring to a boil.
6
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
7
Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving with fried plantains.