THE SMOKY JOLLOF FRIED RICE RECIPE

‘Jollof Rice has over the years risen in its popularity thanks to the Nigeria and Ghana’s friendly competitiveness and the infamous ‘botched’ attempts (as frowned upon by the purists) by international companies and famous individuals.

I’ve partaken in reinventing Jollof Rice by the plethora of recipes I’ve created over the years including Jollof Arancini, Sticky Jollof Rice, Omurice etc (all available on my YouTube channel, ‘Ndudu by Fafa’).

 A perfect Jollof Rice recipe requires a flavour packed Tomato based sauce and must have that distinctive deep orange colour.

INGREDIENTS 

250g of Smoked Bacon lardons 

2 Eggs

20g of chopped Peppers

I’ve just added to the existing controversy of Jollof making by microwaving it (in honour of prepackaged Jollof Rice available in some supermarkets across the UK)

Verdict - It works however it misses the distinctive smoky flavour that’s achieved when cooked in a pot, especially over coal. A great recipe for students and for a quick recipe (provided you have made your Jollof stew)’.

No sooner had I left the above lengthy statement  on my post did a few followers highlight the lack of ‘smokiness’ and ‘crispy bottomed’ part of the rice known as ‘Kanzo’.

 With this in mind I’ve used the leftover Jollof for this smoky Jollof Rice recipe. 

To start making your Jollof Rice you’ll need your Jollof stew, find the recipe below;

JOLLOF STEW RECIPE 

Learn how to cook your Jollof Rice perfectly and quickly below;

MICROWAVEABLE JOLLOF RICE RECIPE 

METHOD 

Watch how to prepare this smoky and delicious Jollof fried rice below;

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