West African Jollof Rice Recipe
A flavorful rice dish cooked with tomatoes and spices.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Tomato Base
In a blender, combine tomatoes, onion, red bell pepper, garlic, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Cook the Base
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Pour in the blended mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10-15 minutes until it thickens and the oil separates.
- 3
Add Spices and Broth
Stir in bay leaves, thyme, salt, black pepper, and optional Scotch bonnet pepper. Add the broth and bring to a boil.
- 4
Add Rice
Once boiling, add the long-grain parboiled rice. Stir well, reduce heat to low, and cover the pot. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
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