How To Make The Best Liberian Jollof Rice

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil provides a unique flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: beans

Tofu or beans offer plant-based protein.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeños provide heat without the cost.

Fry the beef and chicken and set aside.

Blend onion, garlic, habanero, and bell pepper and set aside.

Slice one onion.

Add shrimp to the sauce and cook for a few minutes, then remove and set aside.

Add the beef to the sauce and fry without overcooking.

Drain as much water as possible from the rice.

Add rice to the sauce and mix well.

Add a little water at a time, cover the pot, and check every 10 minutes for doneness.

Taste the rice; once it's chewy and not undercooked, it's ready.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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