Fusion Jollof Rice Recipe
A fusion dish combining traditional Nigerian jollof rice with fresh French tomatoes and herbs.
Equipment
- Large pot with lid
- Wooden spoon
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain rice rinsed
- 4 large tomatoes blended
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 1 large onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
Sauté vegetables:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.1 large onion, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, 3 cloves garlic
Cook the tomato mixture:
- Add the blended tomatoes, tomato paste, and chopped bell pepper to the pot. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces and thickens.4 large tomatoes, 1/4 cup tomato paste, 1 red bell pepper
Add spices and rice:
- Stir in thyme, curry powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the rinsed rice and stir well to coat the rice with the tomato mixture.1 teaspoon thyme, 1 teaspoon curry powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, Salt and pepper to taste
Add broth and cook:
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.2 cups chicken broth
Add fresh herbs:
- Once the rice is cooked, stir in the chopped parsley and basil. Adjust seasoning if necessary.2 cups long-grain rice, 1/2 cup fresh parsley, 1/4 cup fresh basil
Serve:
- Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
Adjust the spice levels to your preference by adding more or less curry powder and paprika.
Adjust the spice levels to your preference by adding more or less curry powder and paprika.
Nutrition
Calories: 571kcalCarbohydrates: 96gProtein: 11gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 939mgFiber: 6gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 3745IUVitamin C: 82mgCalcium: 91mgIron: 3mg
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