Perfect jallof rice with vegetables | flavourful and colourful delight

Perfect jallof rice with vegetables | flavourful and colourful delight is a delicious and colorful dish that is popular in Nigeria and across West Africa. Here is a simple recipe to make Nigerian Jollof rice with vegetables:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of long-grain parboiled rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium-sized carrot, diced
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 2 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons of curry powder
- 1 teaspoon of thyme
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil
Instructions:
1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic and sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the diced red and green bell peppers, carrots, and green peas to the pot. Stir and cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
4. Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, curry powder, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
5. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Add the rinsed rice to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetable mixture.
7. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let the rice simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and all the liquid is absorbed.
8. Check the rice occasionally and stir gently to prevent sticking to the bottom of the pot.
9. Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and adjust seasoning if necessary.
10. Serve your delicious Nigerian Jollof rice with vegetables hot and enjoy!
You can customize this recipe by adding other vegetables or protein like chicken, shrimp, or beef. Nigerian Jollof rice is often served with fried plantains or coleslaw on the side. Enjoy your flavorful and colorful meal!
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