How To Make Liberian Dry Rice/ My Amazing Liberian Dry Rice Recipe/Liberian Dry Rice with Fried Fish

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili flakes

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity.

fresh tomatoes

🥗Healthier: canned tomatoes

💰Cheaper: tomato paste

Canned tomatoes are more convenient and shelf-stable.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Boil water in a large pot and add the rinsed rice.

Cook rice until tender, about 15-20 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Season fish with salt, black pepper, and lime juice.

Fry fish in hot oil until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove fish and drain on paper towels.

In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, bell peppers, and scotch bonnet pepper to the skillet.

Cook until tomatoes break down, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cooked rice, thyme, bay leaves, and salt to taste.

Combine well and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

Serve rice on a plate topped with fried fish and garnish with green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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