Gambian Jollof Rice|Benachin| Recipe

long-grain rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil is healthier while sunflower oil is more affordable.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: vegetables

Tofu provides protein without meat.

bay leaves

Fresh herbs can substitute for flavor.

Chop the beef and marinate it for about 20 minutes before frying.

Blend onions, green peppers, garlic, and ginger together.

Heat 175 ml of sunflower oil in a pot.

Add the blended mixture to the pot and caramelize the onions, stirring occasionally.

Add a little bit of water to the pot to help with the caramelization.

Remove excess oil from the pot to avoid an oily jollof rice.

Add hot boiling water to cover the beef in the pot.

Season with salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, along with 1/2 teaspoon of sugar.

Add chopped carrots and cabbage to the pot and mix well.

Cover and cook for about 30 minutes to create a rich stock.

Remove the vegetables halfway through to prevent overcooking.

Add approximately 2 cups of water to the pot and taste for seasoning.

Add steamed basmati rice to the stock and mix thoroughly.

Allow the rice to cook for about 25 to 30 minutes, ensuring all grains are cooked.

Slice fresh ginger on top of the rice for added flavor.

Add more oil to help steam the rice better and cook for another 15 to 20 minutes.

Prepare a cabbage and carrot mix with olive oil, chopped onions, salt, sugar, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Serve the rice with the cabbage and carrot mix.

Cooking Techniques

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