Native Nigeria Jollof Rice recipe

Native Nigeria Jollof Rice

by Powez (@lovfud)
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
40min
Total Time
1hr

A traditional Nigerian dish made with rice, tomatoes, and natural spices, offering a rich, delicious and flavorful experience.

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)

Main Ingredients

  • 2cups
    long grain rice
  • 1piece
    onion
  • 2tbsp
    vegetable oil
  • 2tbsp
    crayfish
  • 6piece
    fresh tomatoes
  • 4piece
    pepper
  • 1pinch
    salt
  • 2
    stick carrot
  • 30
    leaf scent leaf
  • 1piece
    seasoning cube
  • 7clove
    garlic
  • 1piece
    medium ginger
  • 2piece
    stockfish flesh

How to make Native Nigeria Jollof Rice

Preparation

  1. Wash the rice thoroughly and set aside.

  2. Chop the onions, tomatoes, and peppers.

  3. Grate the ginger and crush the garlic.

Cooking

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot.

  2. Add the chopped onions, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until fragrant.

  3. Add the tomatoes and peppers. Cook until the tomatoes are soft.

  4. Stir in the crayfish and seasoning cube.

  5. Add the rice and mix well with the tomato mixture.

  6. Pour in enough water to cook the rice. Add salt to taste.

  7. Cover and cook on low heat until the rice is done.

  8. Add the stockfish, carrots, and scent leaves. Stir well and cook for a few more minutes.

Tips & Tricks

  1. For a smokier flavor, allow the rice to slightly burn at the bottom.

  2. Adjust the amount of pepper to suit your spice preference.

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Recipe by

Powez

(@lovfud)

I'm an entrepreneur that loves cooking,Reading and handworks.