Flavors From Home | Nigerian Jollof Rice

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice increases fiber content while white rice is more economical.

chicken or vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth offers more flavor without added preservatives.

scotch bonnet peppers

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños add heat while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor and health benefits, while canola is budget-friendly.

Boil the chicken to cook it and save the meat broth.

Boil the habanero pepper, tomatoes, garlic, and onions together.

Add tomato paste and cook everything together until fragrant.

Wash the rice with salt to remove starch.

Put the rice in the warm pot while it cooks, cover it to let it steam.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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