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Jollof Rice

Ghana

The jollof wars between Ghana and Nigeria are joyful but genuinely felt. Ghanaians maintain their tomato-forward version is superior.

The iconic West African rice dish — Ghanaian jollof cooked in a smoky tomato base with scotch bonnet, in a rivalry with Nigeria that has divided the internet.

Authentic Ghana Jollof Rice recipe
Prep
20 mins
Cook
50 mins
Difficulty
Medium
Calories
495 kcal
Serves
6
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used

Ingredients

500glong-grain rice
400gtinned tomatoes
2scotch bonnet peppers
1onion
100mltomato purée
400mlchicken stock
100mlvegetable oil
1bay leaf
thyme and saltto season

Method

1

Blend tomatoes, scotch bonnet and onion. Fry in oil 20 minutes until darkened.

2

Add tomato purée. Cook 10 minutes. Add stock and seasoning.

3

Add washed rice. Stir. Cook covered on low heat 30 minutes without lifting lid.

4

Allow to catch slightly at the bottom — this is the celebrated base of Ghanaian jollof.

Chef's Tip

The slightly burnt base — called party jollof — is not a mistake, it is the most prized element.

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