Not your regular jollof rice this time. This one’s with a twist and best part is that it’s super duper easy to prepare…have to give my sister credit on this one because she did an awesome job.
So to get straight to the point here are the easy steps to follow to having yourself a good meal
You could change up the measurements depending on the quantity you wish to make
Hope you enjoy
Ingredients
– Paprika Peppers (4)
– Scotch bonnet (1½ )
– Onions (3)
– Garlic Cloves (3)
– Rice (3 Cups)
– Stock (Meat/Chicken) (3 Cups)
– Seasoning
• Thyme
• Rosemary
• Curry
• Bay leaves
• Cinnamon
• Salt
• Pepper
– Oil
– Water
– Vegetables (Chopped vegetables of your choice)
Equipment and Utensils Needed
– Saucepans with Lids
– Blender
– Sieve
– Bowls
– Chopping board
– Kitchen knife
– Kitchen cooking spoons
– Measuring cups (Optional)
– Foil paper
Steps
1) Blend together Scotch bonnet, Paprika peppers, Onions (2) and Garlic with about ½ cup of water
2) Bring blended mixture to a simmer on low heat till dry enough
3) Meanwhile wash the rice in cold water till the water runs clear
4) Bring water to a slight boil and parboil rice (10 minutes) to help reduce starch content
5) While rice is on the heat, chop the onion (1) and vegetables and set aside
6) Take the blended mixture off the heat and set aside
7) Take the rice off the heat and rinse in cold water and set aside
8) In a saucepan heat about 2/3 tablespoons of oil (to your preference)
9) Add the chopped onion to the oil and fry (5 minutes)
10) Add a teaspoon of curry to the oil, ½ a teaspoon of thyme, rosemary and cinnamon, 2/3 bay leaves and a pinch of salt.
11) Stir and add in the blended mixture to the oil and fry. Stir continuously (5 minutes)
12) Add the Meat/Chicken stock. Stir and bring to a boil
13) Add salt and pepper to taste
14) Add the washed rice to the pot. Stir and cover with foil and cook on low heat (20-30 minutes)
15) Check occasionally.
16) Few minutes before rice is fully cooked, add the chopped vegetables and cover to let steam.
17) Once rice is cooked stir and set aside.
18) ENJOY!!!
Just take a look at this sumptuousness…
Xoxo
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