JOLLOF RICE

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Jollof rice is a well-known West African dish. It can be made with chicken or beef or no meat at all. From Cooking The African Way.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Rice

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 pieces chicken (4 to 6)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 lb cubed salt pork or 1/4 lb ham
2 beef bouillon cubes
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 sprig fresh thyme, crushed
1/2 cup water
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/4 cup uncooked rice
2 cups tomatoes (or any combination of vegetables) or 2 cups string beans (or any combination of vegetables)

Steps:

  • Season chicken with salt and black pepper.
  • In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat for 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken pieces and brown on both sides.
  • Place chicken in a kettle and set aside.
  • Add onions and salt pork to oil in frying pan and saute until onions are trans- parent.
  • Add onions and pork to kettle.
  • Set frying pan aside. (Do not discard oil.).
  • Add bouillon cubes, red pepper, thyme, 1-1/2 cups water, and tomato paste to kettle and stir well.
  • Simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Add rice to frying pan and stir to coat with oil.
  • Add rice and vegetables to kettle, stir well, and cover.
  • Cook over low heat 35 to 40 minutes or until vegetables and rice are tender.

Omar Salem
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This recipe is amazing! The rice is cooked perfectly and the sauce is flavorful and delicious.


Ew'r Xojol
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's now my go-to jollof rice recipe.


lwaliira benard denis
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This is the best jollof rice recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Aemal Khan
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add different vegetables or meats to it and it always turns out great.


James Chinaza
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's quick and easy to make and it's always delicious.


racheal nambalirwa
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but this recipe was perfect. The flavors were amazing and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Benson Ndungu
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This is my favorite jollof rice recipe. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Gene Benny
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The rice is fluffy and the sauce is flavorful.


Zakir Fateh
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This is the best jollof rice recipe I've found. It's easy to make and always turns out perfect.


Morticia Deville
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I've used different types of rice and vegetables and it's always delicious.


Vida Sanders
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This jollof rice is a hit at every party I bring it to. It's always the first dish to go.


sylwia słotwińska
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The rice was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious.


Johnny Employees
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This is my go-to jollof rice recipe. It's simple to make and always turns out perfect. I love the smoky flavor from the paprika.


Ethan Rice
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the results are always delicious. I've made it for my friends and family several times and they all rave about it.


Anamul Haque
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This recipe is a keeper. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The rice is always fluffy and the sauce is always flavorful.


Lovro Knez
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I followed the recipe exactly and my jollof rice turned out perfect. The rice was fluffy and the sauce was flavorful. I served it with fried plantains and it was a hit with my family.


Md Nobab
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This is the best jollof rice I've ever had. The flavors are amazing and the rice is cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again and again.


ANZEK LYRICS
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I'm not usually a fan of jollof rice, but this recipe changed my mind. The rice was perfectly cooked and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


md shownok
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This jollof rice recipe is becoming a staple in my kitchen. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use pantry staples to create such a delicious dish.


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