Jollof Recipe

Jollof rice and chicken

A picture of jollof rice and chicken in a plate

Jollof Rice is a rich and incredibly rich, aromatic, tasty West African one-pot Meal. It's similar to Jambalaya but with distinctive African spices. It consists mainly of cooked rice and tomato stew flavored with spices such as thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, onions, and garlic.

Ingredients

Steps

  1. Sautee the onions for 3 to 5 minutes.
  2. Add the ginger, garlic, tomato paste. Cook for another two minutes.
  3. Add the blended peppers when it no longer smells raw. Cook for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Add seasoning to taste.
  5. Pour rice into tomato base and add chicken stock.
  6. Cook on medium-low heat for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Serve with side choice of plantains and chicken or fish.