*Simple Ghanaian Jollof* *Ingredients:* - 3 cups long grain rice (washed) - 1/2 cup vegetable oil - 1 large onion (sliced) + 2 blended - 4 fresh tomatoes + 3 tbsp tomato paste - 2 red bell peppers + 2 scotch bonnets (blended) - 1 tsp thyme, 1 tsp curry, 2 bay leaves - 1 tsp ginger & garlic paste - 4 cups chicken/meat stock (or water + seasoning cubes) - Salt to taste - Mixed veggies: carrots, green beans, peas, green pepper (optional) - 1 onion for steaming *Steps:* 1. *Blend base:* Blend tomatoes, bell peppers, scotch bonnet, 2 onions. Set aside. 2. *Fry stew:* Heat oil, fry sliced onions 1 min, add tomato paste fry 3 mins till dark red, then add blended mix. Add thyme, curry, ginger/garlic, bay leaves. Fry 15-20 mins till thick and oil separates. 3. *Cook rice:* Add washed rice to stew, stir well to coat. Add stock/water just enough to cover rice. Taste salt. Add whole onion on top. 4. *Steam:* Cover with foil + lid. Cook on low heat 25-30 mins. Do NOT stir too much. Add veggies in last 5 mins. 5. *Fluff & serve:* Once dry, fluff with fork. Smoke it for 2 mins if you like party jollof taste! *Chef Pretty Tip:* Fry the stew very well — that's what gives Ghana Jollof its deep red color and rich taste!
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