Nigerian Jollof Rice

A vibrant and spicy West African rice dish with tomatoes and peppers.

Ingredients

• 300 grams long grain rice
• 400 grams tomatoes
• 2 medium red bell peppers
• 1 large onion
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 500 ml vegetable stock
• 1 tsp curry powder
• 1 tsp thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 3 tbsp oil

Method

1. Blend tomatoes, peppers, onion, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste.
2. In a pot, heat oil, and fry the above paste for 10 minutes.
3. Stir in rice, vegetable stock, curry powder, thyme, and bay leaf.
4. Cover and cook on low heat for 25 minutes until rice is done.

Chef's tips

• For added flavor, use smoked paprika.
• Adjust spices according to heat preference.