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Ghana Jollof

Ghana Jollof Rice

Ghanaian Jollof Rice is a perfectly cooked dish with tantalizing  Ghanaian spices and flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Ghanaian
Servings 0

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups basmati rice
  • 2 large onions (roughly chopped)
  • 3 tablespoon Vegetable oil
  • 5 medium tomatoes (chopped)
  • 1 medium can tomato paste
  •  habanero pepper (chopped)
  • 2 teaspoon  curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon  ground ginger
  • 2 chicken bouillon cubes (crushed)
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, bell peppers)
  • 3 bay leaves
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the basmati rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear.
    4 cups basmati rice
  • In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent and slightly golden.
    3 tablespoon Vegetable oil
  • Add the chopped tomatoes and habanero pepper blend smoothly
    5 medium tomatoes (chopped)
  • Stir in the tomato paste, curry powder, garlic powder, ground ginger, crushed chicken bouillon cubes, and salt. Allow the mixture to cook for about 5 minutes, ensuring the spices are well mixed.
    1 medium can tomato paste, 2 chicken bouillon cubes (crushed)
  • Add the rice pot, stirring gently to coat the rice with the flavorful tomato mixture.
  • Pour in enough water to cover the rice (about 5 cups).
  • Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  • Add the bay leaves and mixed vegetables. Give it a gentle stir to distribute the vegetables evenly.
    1 cup mixed vegetables (carrot, bell peppers), 3 bay leaves
  • Once the rice is cooked, fluff it up gently with a fork, allowing the steam to escape.
  • Your scrumptious Ghanaian Jollof rice is now ready to be served! Enjoy it as a delightful main course or pair it with your favorite grilled or fried chicken, fish, or boiled eggs.

Notes

Note: Avoid stirring the rice while cooking to prevent it from becoming sticky.
Don’t add too much water, you can add more water little by little as it cooks.
Keyword Ghana Jollof Rice
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