Jollof Rice
Dinner · Nigerian · Ready in 50 min · Serves 2
A vibrant, aromatic one-pot rice dish infused with tomatoes, peppers, and spices. This West African staple is celebratory and comforting, served at gatherings and festivals.
Per serving
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbs
- 62 g
- Fat
- 16 g
- Fibre
- 3 g
Vitamins and minerals, % of a day’s needs
- Iron18%
- Vitamin D0%
- B120%
- Zinc22%
- Magnesium17%
- Omega-36%
- Vitamin C121%
Worked out from the ingredients. How we work out our numbers
Ingredients
- 300 g Long-grain rice
- 60 g Tomato paste
- 150 g Bell peppers (mixed)
- 80 g Onion
- 30 ml Vegetable oil
- 600 ml Chicken broth (or vegetable)
- 2 g Turmeric
- 3 g Salt and black pepper
Method
- 1
Dice the bell peppers and onion finely. Blend or finely chop them together to create a pepper base.
- 2
Heat oil in a large pot. Add the pepper and onion mixture, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.
- 3
Rinse rice under cold water. Add to the pot with the pepper base. Pour in broth, add turmeric, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- 4
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork before serving.
