nigerian recipe

Jollof Rice That Will Spice Up Your Dinner Table

Bring the flavors of the West Africa directly to your kitchen. Let’s spice up your dinner routine by learning how to make jollof rice in easy steps. This Jollof rice recipe is packed with delicious traditional Nigerian flavors you’ll absolutely enjoy.

INGREDIENTS

  • 6 cups long grain rice
  • 3 large red bell peppers
  • 1-2 scotch bonnets
  • 1 can plum tomatoes
  • 1 medium sweet onion
  • 5 medium tomatos roma
  • 1 18 oz tomato paste
  • 3 vegetable Knorr cubes (or chicken or beef flavors) (2 teaspoons bouillon powder)
  • 1 medium red onion sliced, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 2 tablespoons dried thyme
  • 3 bay leaves
  • ½ cups vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 ½ cup vegetable broth (You can also use chicken/beef broth)
  • 1 C Water
  • 2 tablespoons Butter

INSTRUCTIONS

  • First, Blend the bell peppers, plum tomatoes, scotch bonnet, and onion.
  • In a large pot over medium high heat, add oil, let this heat up. Then add half of the sliced red onions and sautee until they are fragrant and translucent. 
  • Next, add tomato paste and fry for 8-10 minutes. Add in the blended peppers, curry powder, dried thyme, vegetable bouillon cubes, bay leaves, and salt. Fry till it is dark red and no longer raw. It will be reduced in quantity, thick and the oil will float to the top of the sauce. The is fine and this process takes about 10 – 15 minutes. 
  • Then add the vegetable broth, and water. Gentle stir in the washed rice. Cover the pot first with aluminum foil followed by the pot lid. Cook the rice on low heat till it’s almost tender. This will take about 25 minutes but periodically check the rice and stir if needed. You might want to add water if it’s extremely dry in that 25 minute time frame.
  • Add the remaining sliced red onion, salad tomato, and butter. Cover the pot and continue to steam the rice till it’s tender. If you want the authentic party jollof taste, cook on high heat for the first 25 minutes, reduce heat and let rice absolve the Smokey flavor generated from the Burnt to rice. 
  • Stir the rice and take it off the heat. Serve and enjoy!
  • Make sure you hashtag #DinnerWithTayo, I would love to see your dish.

Nigerian Puff-Puff: A Popular Street Food You Can Make at Home

Nigerian Puff-Puff is a popular and delicious West African snack that’s perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. These little balls of fried dough are made with flour, sugar, yeast, and spices, and are deep-fried until golden brown and fluffy. The result is a sweet and airy treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Nigerian Puff-Puff is a staple street food in Nigeria, and it’s commonly enjoyed as a breakfast or snack item. It’s also easy to make at home, as the ingredients are simple and the recipe is straightforward. Whether you’re a fan of fried dough or just looking to try something new and delicious, give this Nigerian Puff-Puff recipe a try and experience the flavors of West Africa.

Ingredients (Servers 12+ people)

  • 2 ½ – 3 cups self-rising flour
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoons ground nutmeg
  • 4 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • Powered sugar (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Puff Puff Dough

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour, granulated sugar, ground nutmeg, vanilla extract, and salt.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt gradually while mixing until you get a thick, sticky, and slightly elastic dough (not runny). Gradually add flour if the dough is still runny.
  3. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the dough rest for 1–2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Fry the Puff Puff

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot to about 350°F (175°C).
  2. Using a spoon or your hands, scoop small portions of dough and carefully drop them into the hot oil.
  3. Fry in batches for 3–5 minutes, turning occasionally, until puffed and golden brown on all sides.
  4. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. Dust the puff puff with powdered sugar and serve hot.
  6. Enjoy and make sure you hashtag #DinnerWithTayo, I would love to see your dish.