Liberian Jollof Rice

Name: Liberian Jollof Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Liberian
Ingredients: 3 cups long-grain rice; 6 large tomatoes, blended; 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces; 2 large onions, chopped; 3 tbsp tomato paste; 2 scotch bonnet peppers; 1 cup vegetable oil; 2 bouillon cubes; 1 tsp thyme; 1 tsp curry powder; Salt to taste

Jollof Rice (JOL-off rice)

Spiced Tomato Rice

⏱ Prep Time 1 hour

📈 Difficulty Medium

👥 Servings

🔥 Calories 502 kcal

A richly spiced one-pot rice dish cooked in a smoky tomato and pepper sauce with chicken, a staple at every Liberian celebration and gathering.

Nutrition & Info

Protein 26.0g

Carbs 68.0g

Fat 14.0g

Protein Carbs Fat

Dietary

dairy-free gluten-free nut-free

Equipment Needed

large pot wooden spoon blender

Presentation Guide

Vessel: large platter

Garnishes: fried plantain, sliced cucumber

Accompaniments: coleslaw, fried plantain

Ingredients

3 cups long-grain rice
6 large tomatoes, blended
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
2 large onions, chopped
3 tbsp tomato paste
2 scotch bonnet peppers
1 cup vegetable oil
2 bouillon cubes
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp curry powder
Salt to taste

Instructions

1
Season chicken with salt and spices, fry until golden, set aside.
2
In same oil, sauté onions, add blended tomatoes, tomato paste, and peppers. Cook 20 minutes.
3
Add rice, chicken, bouillon, thyme, curry, and enough water to cover. Stir once.
4
Cover tightly and cook on low heat 30 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
5
Fluff with fork, serve hot.

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Did You Know?

Liberian Jollof is smokier than its West African cousins — the slightly charred bottom layer called "crust" is the most prized part.

Chef's Notes

Equipment Tips

large pot
wooden spoon
blender

Garnishing

fried plantain, sliced cucumber

Accompaniments

coleslaw, fried plantain

The Story Behind Liberian Jollof Rice

Liberian Jollof Rice reflects the nation's deep West African roots and the culinary exchange across the region. Brought by various ethnic groups and refined over generations, it became the centrepiece of Liberian celebrations, from weddings to national holidays.

🕐 Traditionally enjoyed lunch, dinner, celebrations 📜 Origins: West African heritage, centuries old

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