How To cook My Ghanaian Jollof Rice recipe / Sugar Ghana jollof rice recipe

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice offers more fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier while canola is budget-friendly.

chicken or vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is healthier and richer in flavor.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika offers a milder flavor with less heat.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Blend tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers into a smooth paste.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add the blended tomato mixture and cook until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, ginger, thyme, and bay leaves; cook for 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste.

Stir in the rinsed rice and reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed, about 20-30 minutes.

Fluff the rice with a fork and mix in cooked protein, carrots, and peas.

Serve warm, garnished with additional vegetables if desired.

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