Instant Pot Jollof Rice Recipe: A Simple Delight
This Instant Pot Jollof Rice recipe is a simple and delightful dish that combines long-grain parboiled rice with a flavorful mix of tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and spices. Perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
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Equipment
- Instant Pot
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups long-grain parboiled rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Instructions:
- Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat the vegetable oil.
- Add the chopped onions and bell pepper, sauté until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, curry powder, thyme, paprika, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
- Add the rice and broth, season with salt and pepper.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set to high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Once done, allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then quick release.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.
Notes:
This recipe is a simplified version of the traditional West African Jollof Rice, adapted for the Instant Pot.
Nutrition value:
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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