Jollof rice recipe

Savor the rich flavors of this classic Jollof rice!

60 minmedium11 ingredients

Ingredients

• 300 g long-grain rice
• 400 g tomatoes
• 2 onions
• 1 red bell pepper
• 100 ml vegetable oil
• 3 tsp garlic
• 1 tsp thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 600 ml chicken broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

How to make Jollof rice

1. Chop 1 onion and 1 red bell pepper, and set aside alongside 2 tomatoes for blending.
2. Blend 2 tomatoes, 1 red bell pepper, and 1 onion until smooth, then pour into a bowl and set aside.
3. In a large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes.
4. Sauté the chopped onion for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
5. Add the blended tomato mixture to the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens and reduces.
6. Add 300 grams of long-grain rice to the pot, stirring to coat the rice evenly.
7. Pour in 600 milliliters of chicken broth, then add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of thyme, and 1 bay leaf.
8. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, stirring to combine everything together.
9. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and reduce heat to low.
10. Simmer for 25-30 minutes until the rice is fluffy and liquid is absorbed.
11. Fluff the rice gently with a fork and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
12. Serve hot with your choice of protein or vegetables.

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