Jollof Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups long-grain rice, rinsed
• For the base: 3 tomatoes, 1 red pepper, 1 scotch bonnet, 1 onion, all blended
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 tbsp oil
• 500ml stock
• Salt

Instructions

1. Fry the sliced onion in oil, then add the tomato paste and cook 3 minutes.
2. Pour in the blended base and fry for 10-15 minutes until thick and reduced.
3. Stir in the thyme, curry powder, bay leaves and stock.
4. Add the rice, cover tightly and cook on low for 25-30 minutes, stirring once.
5. Let the bottom catch slightly for the prized smoky layer.

Serving suggestions

• Serve with grilled chicken or plantain.

Storage & reheating

Keeps 3 days; reheats well.

Nutrition

Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe. Values vary with portion size and exact ingredients — we will add verified figures here soon.

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