The Nigerian and Ghanaian Jollof brawl is one thing, but the Nigerian jollof rice is another. It is the days of party jollof rice, a trip down memory lane enjoyed with every bite.
The popularity of firewood jollof rice stems from its reminiscing power, followed by its tastefulness. Here’s a simple recipe for the firewood jollof rice of your dreams.
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To cook jollof rice using firewood, you will need the following ingredients:
- Rice
- Tomatoes
- Onion
- Pepper (red, green, and scotch bonnet)
- Salt
- Oil
- Meat or protein of your choice (chicken, beef, fish, etc.)Water or stock
Instructions:
- Start by preparing the ingredients. Dice the tomatoes, onions, and peppers. Cut the meat or protein into small pieces.
- Heat a pot or a large saucepan over an open fire, and add oil to it.
- Add the diced onions and fry until they become translucent.
- Add the diced tomatoes and fry until the oil starts to separate.
- Add the diced peppers and fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Add the meat or protein and fry until it is cooked through.
- Add water or stock to the pot and bring it to a boil.
- Add the rice and stir well to combine.
- Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Allow the rice to cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Once the rice is cooked, stir and fluff it with a fork.
- Serve the jollof rice hot and enjoy your delicious meal.
You can adjust the number of tomatoes, onions and pepper to your taste, aslso depending on the number of people you are cooking for.
If you want to add more spices to the recipe you could try adding curry powder, thyme, bay leaves, etc.
The cooking time may vary depending on the firewood and pot you’re using, so you may need to adjust accordingly.
The Jollof chronicles of Ghana and Nigeria
History reveals that Ghana and Nigeria have always been sisters. Both countries have strong trade relations; Nigerians go to school in Ghana; Ghanaian artists perform on Nigeran stages. “Kiss Your Hand,” unforgettable African song music was a Nigeria and Ghana Collabo.
Of course, like it is with every sibling, there will always be bickering. These two nations have always had minor issues. “Whose music is better?” “Whose food tastes better,” and so on. All in all, these countries have helped each other grow.