Jollof Rice with Smoked Fish (Riz au Jollof avec Poisson Fumé)

Riz au Jollof avec Poisson Fumé, or Jollof Rice with Smoked Fish, is a popular dish in Burkinabé cuisine, known for its rich flavors and vibrant colors. This recipe combines the aromatic Jollof rice with the smoky goodness of fish, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Jollof Rice with Smoked Fish (Riz au Jollof avec Poisson Fumé)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of long-grain rice
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 tomatoes, blended
  • 1 red bell pepper, blended
  • 1 scotch bonnet pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 cup of smoked fish, flaked
  • 2 tablespoons of tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon of thyme
  • 1 teaspoon of curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon of paprika
  • 4 cups of chicken or vegetable broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Wash the rice and set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in the blended tomatoes, red bell pepper, and scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add the tomato paste, thyme, curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  7. Stir in the washed rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Gently fold in the flaked smoked fish, then cover and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
40g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Cooking spoon Measuring cups and spoons Knife Cutting board

Tools

Fork Blender

Serving suggestions

Serve the Riz au Jollof avec Poisson Fumé with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, add more scotch bonnet pepper to the Jollof rice. Adjust the spice level according to your preference.

Cost

$15