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Nomad Kitchen Ep. 1 | Jollof Rice Wars

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Jollof Rice

Cultural Context

Jollof Rice is a beloved West African dish, particularly popular in Nigeria and Ghana. Traditionally served at celebrations and gatherings, it symbolizes unity and festivity. Each country has its own twist, leading to friendly rivalries over whose version is best. Today, Jollof Rice has gained global recognition, often featured in diaspora communities and culinary festivals.

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6 servings
Servings4
2 cups long-grain rice
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 habanero pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 chicken bouillon cube
1 teaspoon ginger powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon thyme
2 bay leaves
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

1

Mince ginger and garlic to make a ginger garlic paste.

2

Chop onions, red bell pepper, and tomatoes.

3

Blend the base sauce with tomatoes, red bell peppers, and habanero pepper.

4

Heat vegetable oil in a pot and brown the chopped onions.

5

Add the ginger garlic paste and sauté.

6

Toast the spice blend (curry powder, black pepper, nutmeg, chicken bouillon cube, ginger powder, paprika, thyme, bay leaves) in the oil with the onions and garlic.

7

Stir in two tablespoons of tomato paste.

Equipment Needed

large potblender

Dietary

vegetariandairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

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