{"id":11790,"date":"2023-04-20T11:04:00","date_gmt":"2023-04-20T16:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/?p=11790"},"modified":"2024-10-19T15:24:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-19T20:24:58","slug":"jollof-rice-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Jollof Rice Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Jollof Rice Recipe is a true West African classic and here is my take on it!&nbsp; Fragrant rice is steeped in rich ingredients like meat stock, garlic, onions, tomatoes, and spicy chilies adding an incredible depth of flavor.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-3.jpg\" alt=\"A bowl of jollof rice on the table with bay leaves on top.\" class=\"wp-image-11797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-3-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I, of course, knew my roots could be traced back to Africa but finding out more specifics&nbsp;about where on this gigantic continent my ancestors were located was amazing. Discovering&nbsp;that a large amount of my heritage existed in Mali, Congo, Ghana, and Nigeria was&nbsp;enlightening. I wanted to start making recipes that reflected this revelation and connected&nbsp;me to my roots. This jollof rice recipe, which&nbsp;is a favorite of mine, seemed like a perfect one to start with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left-text counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #bf368f;color:#bf368f\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#What_is_Jollof_Rice\" title=\"What is Jollof Rice?\">What is Jollof Rice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Ingredients_in_Jollof_Rice_Ghana\" title=\"Ingredients in Jollof Rice Ghana\">Ingredients in Jollof Rice Ghana<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#How_to_Make_Jollof_Rice\" title=\"How to Make Jollof Rice\">How to Make Jollof Rice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Expert_Tips\" title=\"Expert Tips\">Expert Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#More_Rice_Recipes\" title=\"More Rice Recipes\">More Rice Recipes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Jollof_Rice_Recipe\" title=\"Jollof Rice Recipe\">Jollof Rice Recipe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Want_to_Save_This_Recipe_Boo\" title=\"Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?\">Want to Save This Recipe, Boo?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Ingredients\" title=\"Ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Instructions\" title=\"Instructions\">Instructions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Video\" title=\"Video\">Video<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Notes\" title=\"Notes\">Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/jollof-rice-recipe\/#Nutrition\" title=\"Nutrition\">Nutrition<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-you-will-love-this-recipe\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_You_Will_Love_This_Recipe\"><\/span>Why You Will Love This Recipe<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each spoonful is packed with subtle spice and ready to be shared!<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A flavorful change to rice for meals!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy to make rice dish the whole family will love.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-1.jpg\" alt=\"Half of a bowl of jollof rice on the table at an angle with bay leaves on top.\" class=\"wp-image-11800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-1-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-jollof-rice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Jollof_Rice\"><\/span>What is Jollof Rice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Jollof rice is a delicacy that began in West Africa, but because of frequent cultural&nbsp;exchange amongst various regions, the recipe continues to spread far and wide. It is&nbsp;considered a celebratory dish and popular in West African nations like Nigeria, Ghana,&nbsp;and Senegal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because there are so many variations, this jollof rice recipe is probably a combination of a lot of different interpretations. &nbsp;There are ongoing debates across West Africa that argue which region prepares the best version of jollof rice. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rich in flavor and history, spicy jollof rice is considered pretty sacred amongst the African community so I knew I needed to give it great respect when trying to recreate a version for my website. &nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-in-jollof-rice-ghana\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_in_Jollof_Rice_Ghana\"><\/span>Ingredients in Jollof Rice Ghana<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The base of this dish is fragrant rice steeped in rich ingredients <\/span>that are fairly common and easy to find. Here&#8217;s what you need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-ingredients.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients to make jollof rice on the table.\" class=\"wp-image-11796\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-ingredients.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-ingredients-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-ingredients-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-ingredients-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/jollof-rice-ingredients-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Aromatics: <\/strong>Garlic, fresh ginger, and onions are sauteed at the start to give the rice an excellent flavor base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tomatoes<\/strong>: I prefer using canned crushed tomatoes. They mostly cook into the rice leaving small pieces, rather than large chunks in the rice which I prefer. The tomatoes will add a bit of sweetness to balance out the heat of the chili.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spicy chilies<\/strong>: The rice is traditionally on the spicy side of things. I use habanero pepper for its unique fruity flavor but feel free to adjust the amount added depending on your preference for heat. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chicken stock.<\/strong> Gives the rice more depth of flavor though you can use a vegetable-based stock for a vegan version. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Basmati rice:<\/strong> Cooks up nice and fluffy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spices and herbs:<\/strong> We will use curry powder, dried thyme, smoked paprika, and a fresh bay leaf <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to deepen the flavor, making it warmer, smokier, and brighter<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-h-ow-to-make-jollof-rice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Jollof_Rice\"><\/span><b>H<\/b>ow to Make Jollof Rice<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My easy jollof rice recipe is inspired not only by my personal background but by that of the many before me that stood over open fires and stoves stirring pots of jollof for their families, neighbors, and friends. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The flavors truly come together perfectly in this one-pot meal.&nbsp; It sort of reminded me of my <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/spanish-chicken-and-rice\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish Chicken and Rice<\/a> as far as similar flavors.&nbsp; <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cook the onions<\/strong> in the olive oil in a large pot until softened. Then add the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds to release their fragrance. Stir frequently so they don&#8217;t burn! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add the rice<\/strong> and stir it in the pot to toast it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"38730\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-3.jpg\" alt=\"Cooking the onions, garlic and ginger in a pot.\" class=\"wp-image-38730\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-3-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"38729\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-2.jpg\" alt=\"Adding rice to the cooked veggies in the pot.\" class=\"wp-image-38729\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-2-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add the stock<\/strong>, crushed tomatoes, seasoned salt, smoked paprika, curry powder, thyme, paprika, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir everything together and once it boils, cover it with a lid and cook until the liquid evaporates and the rice is tender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Turn off the heat<\/strong> and allow the rice to rest with the lid on. Remove the bay leaf and stir everything together. Serve it up garnished with parsley and bay leaves.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery aligncenter has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"38732\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-5.jpg\" alt=\"Tomatoes and spices added to the rice.\" class=\"wp-image-38732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-5-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-5-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-5-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-5-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-id=\"38733\" src=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-6.jpg\" alt=\"Jollof rice cooked and ready in a large dutch oven.\" class=\"wp-image-38733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-6-277x416.jpg 277w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-6-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-6-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/jollof-rice-step-6-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-tips\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Expert_Tips\"><\/span>Expert Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Be sure to allow the dish to rest after cooking.<\/strong> This gives it the time needed to not only cool down but also fully marry together each ingredient<\/span> and allow all the flavors to meld.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Store the leftovers in the fridge<\/strong> for up to four days in an airtight container.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>For a less spicy version, use less of the habanero.<\/strong> Don&#8217;t forget to also remove all the seeds and veins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Serve jollof rice<\/strong> with <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/fried-plantains\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14595\"><strong>fried plantains<\/strong><\/a>, stewed goat, <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/lemon-roasted-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>roast chicken<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/oxtail-recipe\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17051\"><strong>oxtails<\/strong><\/a>, or <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/coke-braised-short-ribs\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>short ribs<\/strong><\/a>. It is absolutely perfect to serve with these dishes. Each bite is magical. You can see why it has existed for many centuries.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1681911595353\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What does jollof mean?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The word &#8220;jollof&#8221; comes from the language of the Wolof people, originally meaning \u201cone pot\u201d. I learned in my research that apparently the Wolof people were a predominant race that operated a powerful empire between 1360 and 1549.    Before their downfall, the Wolof succeeded in spreading their culture, including their beloved Jollof rice. Wolof people still exist in present-day Mali in West Africa. Today, jollof rice is eaten all over West Africa in Mali, Ghana, Senegal, Nigeria, and Cameroon. Each grain of rice is laced with the heritage of wherever it&#8217;s prepared, and its irresistible taste is relished all over Africa. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1682002662600\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Nigerian Jollof Rice or Ghanaian Jollof Rice?<span id=\"docs-internal-guid-75e31d5c-7fff-6b1a-aa83-8a7ab7a4fa1d\" style=\"font-weight: normal;\"><\/span><p role=\"textbox\" aria-multiline=\"true\" aria-label=\"Enter the answer to the question\" class=\"block-editor-rich-text__editable schema-faq-answer rich-text\" style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: 400; min-width: 1px;\"><span id=\"docs-internal-guid-75e31d5c-7fff-6b1a-aa83-8a7ab7a4fa1d\" style=\"font-weight:normal;\"><\/span><\/p><p style=\"line-height:1.38;margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;\" dir=\"ltr\"><\/p><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No rivalry is bigger than between Nigeria and Ghana. 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href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Jocelyn Delk Adams<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Main Course<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings:&nbsp;<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-11795 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"11795\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">servings<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--middle\">\n    \n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-11795-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"11795\" data-servings=\"6\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span>Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;extra virgin olive oil\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">extra virgin olive oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;diced yellow onions\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">diced yellow onions<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tbsp&#032;minced garlic\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">minced garlic<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tsp&#032;minced fresh ginger\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">minced fresh ginger<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd-1&#032;thinly sliced habanero pepper&#032;depending on your preference for heat\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd-1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">thinly sliced habanero pepper<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">depending on your preference for heat<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;cup&#032;uncooked basmati rice\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">uncooked basmati rice<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;cups&#032;chicken stock\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chicken stock<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;15&#032;oz&#032;crushed tomatoes\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">15<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">crushed tomatoes<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tsp&#032;seasoned salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">seasoned salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;tsp&#032;smoked paprika\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">smoked paprika<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;tsp&#032;curry powder\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">curry powder<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;tsp&#032;dried thyme\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dried thyme<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;fresh bay leaf&#032;or 2 dried bay leaves\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fresh bay leaf<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or 2 dried bay leaves<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Chopped parsley and\/or bay leaf for garnish\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Chopped parsley and\/or bay leaf for garnish<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"gbc-recipe-card-section gbc-recipe-card-section--bottom\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-11795-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"11795\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span>Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-11795-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add onions to pot and saute until tender, cooking for roughly 5 minutes. Next add in minced garlic, ginger and habanero pepper and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-11795-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour in rice and stir to combine with other ingredients. Allow the rice to toast in the pot for about 2 minutes. If you find any of the ingredients sticking to the bottom of the pan you can deglaze it by adding a little bit of the chicken stock and scraping up the bits with a spoon or spatula. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-11795-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add in the rest of the chicken stock, then add the crushed tomatoes, seasoned salt, smoked paprika, curry powder, thyme, paprika and bay leaf and stir together then bring to a boil.  <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-11795-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Once it begins to boil, reduce heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Continue cooking rice for 20 minutes or until all liquids evaporate and rice becomes more tender. If needed, cook for an additional 2-5 minutes. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-11795-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Turn off heat and allow rice to rest for 10 minutes with the lid on. Once rice is completely tender, make sure all ingredients are stirred together. Remove bay leaves. Top with parsley and bay leaf for garnish and serve.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n    <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-11795\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video\"><\/span>Video<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DU8x4wgHUN4\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; encrypted-media\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Notes\"><\/span>Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- wp:list {\"imagePinMeta\":{}} --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<ul><!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Be sure to allow the dish to rest after cooking. This gives it the time needed to not only cool down but also fully marry together each ingredient and allow all the flavors to meld.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Store the leftovers in the fridge for up to four days in an airtight container.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>For a less spicy version, use less of the habanero. Don&#8217;t forget to also remove all the seeds and veins.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --> <!-- wp:list-item --><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<li>Serve jollof rice with <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/fried-plantains\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"14595\">fried plantains<\/a>, stewed goat, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/lemon-roasted-chicken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">roast chicken<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/oxtail-recipe\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"17051\">oxtails<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/coke-braised-short-ribs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">short ribs<\/a>. It is absolutely perfect to serve with these dishes. Each bite is magical. You can see why it has existed for many centuries.<\/li>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><!-- \/wp:list --><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n    <h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition\"><\/span>Nutrition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">213<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #414141\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #414141\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #414141\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #414141\"> | <\/span><span 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