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🇳🇬 West African recipe

Smoky Jollof Rice

Celebration rice cooked in a deep pepper-tomato sauce with signature smoky flavour.

Prep & cook55 minDifficultyMediumServes6
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Smoky Jollof Rice

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Method

  1. 1

    Blend peppers, tomatoes, chilli and one onion until smooth.

  2. 2

    Fry sliced onion and tomato paste, then cook the pepper blend until reduced.

  3. 3

    Add seasoning, stock and washed rice; cover tightly and cook over low heat.

  4. 4

    Allow a light toast at the bottom, then fluff and serve.

Chef’s tip

Foil beneath the lid traps steam and helps the grains cook evenly.