Savory and Spicy Nigerian Jollof Rice
 
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Nigerian Jollof Rice is a popular African dish that's simmered in spicy tomato sauce and broth. It pairs well with just about any meal... so I encourage you to try it!
Serves: 6
Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp. Vegetable Oil
  • 1 Yellow Onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 Habanero Pepper, minced
  • 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 tbsp. Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp. Ground Ginger
  • 1 tsp. Turmeric
  • 1 tbsp. Paprika
  • 2 tsp. Chicken Bouillon
  • 15 oz. Tomato Sauce
  • 4 cup Chicken Broth
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 3 cups Long Grain Rice
  • 1 cup Frozen Peas
  • Italian Parsley, for garnish
  • Salt + Pepper, to taste
Instructions
  1. Sauté the onion, habanero, garlic, and red bell pepper in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. About 5 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle in the thyme, ground ginger, turmeric, paprika and chicken bouillon. Mix together to combine and then add the tomato sauce, broth, bay leaves, and rice. Simmer, covered, for 20 - 30 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  3. Mix-in the peas and cover for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley, taste, and add salt / pepper if desired.
Recipe by Slice of Jess at https://sliceofjess.com/savory-and-spicy-nigerian-jollof-rice/