Nigerian Jollof Rice (Spicy One-Pot Wonder)

By Savannah Ryan, Cookbook Author & Food Explorer

Iconic West African party rice—tomato-rich, smoky, and flavorful. Quick version ready in under an hour.

Nigerian Jollof Rice (Spicy One-Pot Wonder)

Ingredients (Serves 4 | Prep: 10 min | Cook: 40 min)

• 2 cups long-grain rice

• 4 tomatoes, blended

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 bell peppers, blended

• ¼ cup coconut oil or ghee

• Spices: Curry, thyme, bay leaves, scotch bonnet (to taste)

• Stock, salt

Instructions

1. Heat oil; fry onion and pepper-tomato puree 10 min.

2. Add spices, stock; boil.

3. Stir in rinsed rice; simmer covered 30 min.

4. Fluff and serve.

Pro Tips

• Parboil rice for separate grains.

Why MAHA Coconut oil for stable heat.

Nutrition (Per serving): ~300 cal.

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