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Hello everyone peace be onto you. I’m here to explain about a popular dish in my place. Nigeria's most iconic dishes stands out as one of Widely regarded as the nation's national dish called JOLLOF RICE, it holds a special place in Nigerian cuisine and culture, JOLLOF RICE enjoys a unique status, often serving as a centerpiece at various celebrations and gatherings. The diversity of Nigerian cuisine is remarkable, with a plethora of dishes that vary by region and ethnic group. Some of these dishes are localized, deeply rooted in specific communities, while others have gained international recognition and can be found in Nigerian restaurants worldwide.
In this review, I will highlight some of the most internationally recognized Nigerian dishes, starting with JOLLOF RICE, This dish not only epitomizes the rich culinary heritage of Nigeria but also showcases the country's vibrant food culture on the global stage.
The ingredients essential for preparing Jollof rice are widely accessible across the globe. Spices such as curry powder, nutmeg, and various seasonings are commonly found in international grocery stores, including African, Asian, and Middle Eastern markets. In the rare event that a specific ingredient is unavailable, suitable alternatives can often be sourced to maintain the dish's authentic flavor profile.
Below is a refined recipe for preparing Jollof rice:
- 4 cups of rice
- 1kg Chicken/beef
- 1000ml of Ground Fresh tomatoes.
- 50ml Ground Fresh peppers
- 1 Teaspoon Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Thyme
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg powder
- 2 seasoning cubes
- 1 cup of sliced onions
- 300ml vegetable
- salt to taste.
- 2 cloves of garlicJollof rice cooking class
- 2 fingers of ginger
Just wash, squeeze out water inside the tomatoes, blend as is, and set aside.
You need around, 1000ml of ground tomatoes for 4 cups of rice.
I’ll show you how to prepare the traditional local JOLLOF RICE dishes
- Step by Step Preparation
Step 1.
Season the chicken/beef with a teaspoon of salt, one seasoning cubes, half a teaspoon each of curry and thyme, half a cup of sliced onions then let it sit for some minutes.African cuisine fusion
Set on heat and let it boil for 10-15 minutes, would take more time to cook the beef.
Step 2.
Set aside the meat and the stock in fresh bowls.
Peel off the outer back of the ginger/garlic, pound, or grind.
Step 3.
Parboil rice the normal way, boil about 7 cups of water in a pot, add the four cups of rice and allow boiling for 3 minutes. Then pour out and wash thoroughly with clean water, then set aside in a bowl or plastic sieve.Jollof rice seasoning
Step 4.
Pick out the parboiled tasty meat and deep-fry, set aside.
Step 5. Once you are done with frying the chicken, reduce the oil to 250ml (1 cup) just add the remaining one cup of sliced onions, stir for 1-2 minutes, add the ground tomatoes. I like to cook jollof rice with the same oil I used while frying the meat.Jollof rice catering services
Using a fresh oil is just the same as cooking without the beef stock (meat water) which actually holds over 70 percent of the ingredient that is used in making most Nigerian foods.
The end result is not the same.
Step 6.
Frying the tomatoes would take about 20 minutes.
Fry until when you lift a portion with your frying spoon, you will notice the oil continues to boil in the spoon.
You also notice the tomatoes turning dark.
Step 7. Once the tomato is well fried, add the meat water (chicken/beef stock) to the fried tomato in the pot, the ground ginger/garlic, half a teaspoon each of curry and thyme, salt to taste, add 4 cups of water.Jollof rice cookbooks.
Add another seasoning cube. Stir and taste, it should taste overly spiced. Don’t worry, once the rice is added the taste would balance.
Step 8.
Add the rice.
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Then cover and allow the rice to cook on low heat for 30-45 minutes. Remember that you can add water occasionally.
Voila!!!
Turn and serve with the fried meat.
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This is just how to make jollof rice, you can serve with the fried meat, salad and maybe a bottle of your favorite drink