Vegetarian Jollof Rice Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Jollof Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup oil; 6 medium onions, chopped; 4 bell peppers, chopped; 3 carrots, chopped; 1 cup string beans, broken into pieces; 3/4 cup peas; 6 tomatoes, chopped; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 4 cups medium grain brown rice, cooked (cold); 1/2 cup tomato paste

Servings: persons

1/4 cup oil
6 medium onions, chopped
4 bell peppers, chopped
3 carrots, chopped
1 cup string beans, broken into pieces
3/4 cup peas
6 tomatoes, chopped
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups medium grain brown rice, cooked (cold)
1/2 cup tomato paste

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["In a heavy pot large enough to hold everything, saute onions and peppers over medium heat, approximately 5 minutes.", "Add remaining vegetables, black pepper, and thyme, and cook for about 5 more minutes.", "In a separate dish, combine rice with tomato paste and add to pot.", "Continue to simmer, adding water sparingly to avoid burning.", "When vegetables are tender, it's ready to serve.", "Chef's Note: You can add chicken/fish/shrimp, for a heartier non-vegetarian alternative?a kind of an African ""paella"".", "The meal wouldn't be complete without sauteed plaintain?slice very ripe plaintains on diagonal and sauted in vegetable oil over medium flame for about 2 minutes on both sides.", "The recipes for this program, which were provided by contributors and guests who may not be professional chefs, have not been tested in the Food Network?s kitchens.", "Therefore, the Food Network cannot attest to the accuracy of any of the recipes."]

1055

kcal

Calories

Fat

198

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup oil, 6 medium onions, chopped, 4 bell peppers, chopped, 3 carrots, chopped, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Jollof Rice falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vegetarian Jollof Rice

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