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Jollof & Suya

From ingredients to enjoyment, this recipe makes it easy to create something wonderful.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 50 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Nigerian

Ingredients

For the Jollof:
  • 1 cup parboiled rice
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp curry powder
  • 1 chicken bouillon cube
  • 2 tsp garlic paste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 roma tomatoes
  • ½ yellow onion
  • ½ habanero peppers
  • a dash smoked paprika
  • 2 cups water
For the Chicken Suya:
  • 2 lbs chicken breast cubed
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 dash white pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic paste
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp yaji spice mixture of African peppercorns, ginger and salt
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • cayenne pepper to taste

Instructions

How to make the Jollof⁣:
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  1. Start by rinsing the rice well, until the water runs clear. Drain well and set aside.
  2. Place the tomato, onion and peppers in a blender and chop until pureed.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet or saucepan and add 1 cup of the vegetable puree. Heat it through until it starts to bubble and thicken. Add the garlic and spices and mix thoroughly.
  4. Stir in the rice and tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Next, add the bay leaf and water and turn the heat up to bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and cook for about 25-30 minutes, until the water has been fully absorbed by the rice.
How to make the Suya:⁣
  1. Soak the wooden skewers in water to prevent them from burning and carefully pierce the chicken pieces and arrange them on the skewers.
  2. In a bowl place all the ingredients, mix well and allow the mixture to marinate for 1 hour (or more).
  3. Coat the chicken skewers well in the marinade and place the in the fridge to develop the flavors for 1 hour (or preferably overnight).
  4. Once ready to cook, preheat the grill to medium heat and place the skewers on top to cook for 10 minutes or so or until internal temperature reaches 165° F/70° C. Turn them over to cook them evenly on all sides.
  5. Serve the chicken Suya together with the Jollof and enjoy!

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