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
Sauté the onion, habanero, garlic, and red bell pepper in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. About 5 minutes.
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.
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/