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jollof rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is healthier while white rice is more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu offers a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Lean turkey is a healthier alternative, while ground beef is budget-friendly.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is generally cheaper.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Blend tomatoes, bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, and ginger until smooth.

Pour the blended mixture into the pot and cook until thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

Stir in thyme, bay leaves, and seasoning cubes, mixing well.

Add jollof rice and stir to coat with the sauce.

Pour in water to cover the rice and bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked, about 20-30 minutes.

In a separate pan, heat oil and fry chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes per side.

Prepare suya by seasoning beef with suya spice and grilling until cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.

Sauté carrots and peas in a small pan until tender, about 5 minutes.

Serve jollof rice with fried chicken, grilled suya, and sautéed vegetables.

Cooking Techniques

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