Liberian Jollof Rice

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Prep Time
30 minutes

Cook Time
50 minutes

Total Time
1 hour, 20 minutes

Main Course

West-African

Liberian Jollof Rice

Instructions

1 In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions,
bell pepper, garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onions are translucent and the
vegetables are softened..
2 Add the tomato sauce to the pot and stir well. Cook for about 5-7 minutes to
allow the flavors to meld
3 Stir in the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, curry powder, salt, and
pepper. Adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.
4 Add the parboiled rice to the pot and stir until it is well coated with the
tomato and spice mixture
5 Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once
boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the rice simmer for
about 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. If
using cooked meat or seafood, you can add it to the pot at this stage
6 Once the rice is cooked, fluff it gently with a fork and let it sit covered for
a few minutes to steam.
7 Serve the Liberian Jollof Rice hot, garnished with additional chopped vegetables
if desired. It's delicious on its own or paired with fried plantains, coleslaw,
or a fresh salad.