Nigerian Jollof Rice
What is Jollof rice? For those of you who aren’t familiar with Jollof Rice, it is an incredibly rich, aromatic, tasty West African one-pot meal. It’s similar to Jambalaya but with distinctive African spices. This recipe for jollof rice can be customized in many ways to suit your tastes and preferences, you could add any of your favorite vegetables (diced carrots, green beans, sweet peas, or sweet corn). It is best enjoyed with some fried plantains, coleslaw and any protein of choice!
I can’t think of a more popular West African dish than Jollof rice. There are hundreds of different dishes in the world, but there is only a handful that has enough flavor to be eaten alone. A bowl of Jollof rice is one of those dishes. It is deliciously addictive. Jollof rice is a staple in West African cuisine. The recipe varies from country to country, region to region of the continent, but it always starts with a tomato base. More about the geographical range of jollof rice.
Jollof rice is made from rice, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and other seasonings. The dish is cooked in one pot. It’s simple and easy to make at home—and the end result is absolutely delicious!