Ghanaian Jollof Rice
A quick, one-pot jollof rice with smoky, spicy tomato flavor and tender bits of protein. Perfect for a fast weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Blend the 1 onion and 1 red bell pepper with 1/4 cup water until smooth. Set aside.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a pot over medium. Add 2 tbsp tomato paste and fry, stirring, until darkened, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
Pour in the blended pepper-onion mixture. Cook, stirring, until thickened and reduced, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in 1 cup rice and 1 cup water. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and simmer on low until rice is tender and liquid absorbed, about 15 minutes.
Step 5
Fold in 1 cup cooked chicken or beef. Let sit 2 minutes, then fluff with a fork and serve.
Tools you’ll need
- blender
- pot with lid
- wooden spoon
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