Rice
Sierra Leonean Jollof Rice

Sierra Leonean Jollof Rice

Sierra Leone

80Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
9Steps
About

The Sierra Leonean version of West Africa's iconic one-pot tomato rice, cooked with a spiced pepper base until smoky and tender.

Equipment
  • Large pot with lid
  • Blender
  • Frying pan
  • Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Long-grain rice3 cups
Tomatoes4
Red bell peppers2
Scotch bonnet2
Onions2
Tomato paste3 tbsp
Chicken or beef600 g
Vegetable oil1/2 cup
Garlic and ginger1 tbsp
Bay leaf2
Thyme and curry powder1 tsp each
Stock cube3
Saltto taste

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