How to Cook white Jollof- Rice[[ Chebu-Jen bu weex ]]

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be homemade.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

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

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced garlic and ginger; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Stir in diced bell peppers, carrots, and peas; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.

Add rinsed rice, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper; stir to combine.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and stir in chopped green onions before serving.

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