Sweetcorn Jollof Rice
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
6
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
African
Sweetcorn Jollof Rice
Description
Sweetcorn Jollof Rice combines basmati rice with a flavorful base of sautéed onions, red peppers, and tomato puree. The rice is coated with the tomato mixture before cooking in vegetable stock, allowing it to absorb rich, savory flavors. Adding sweetcorn kernels near the end of cooking provides contrasting sweetness and texture without overcooking the corn. The use of a rice cooker makes this recipe accessible and hands-off, ensuring the rice cooks evenly.
Texturally, this jollof rice is moist and tender with the occasional pop of sweetcorn kernels. The combination of sautéed vegetables and tomato paste creates a mildly tangy and savory profile, well-balanced by the natural sweetness of the corn. The dish is versatile enough to be served as a main with complementary sides like roasted sweet potatoes or grilled proteins and enhanced with chili sauce depending on taste preferences.
This recipe fits well as a comforting, flavorful meal option especially when you want a satisfying rice dish that includes vegetables in a straightforward preparation. The note about serving suggestions adds practical ideas for pairing.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion finely chopped, large
- 2 red pepper deseeded and chopped
- 4 tbsp tomato puree or to taste
- 600 g (1.3lb) basmati rice
- 1.1 L (4.6 cups) vegetable stock
- salt to taste
- 1.5 cup sweet corn kernels
Instructions
- Heat the oil in non-stick pan and add in onion, peppers and 3 tbsp of water, stir and fry for about 5 mins.
- Add in tomato puree and fry for about 30 secs.
- Then add in rice and stir constantly until rice is coated with tomato puree.
- Transfer the rice mixture in to a rice cooker, add in vegetable stock , mix well, season with salt and cook according to your rice cookers instructions.
- mins before your rice finishes, add in the sweetcorn (but do not mix) and then cover and continue cooking till done.
- Serve with some roast sweet potato, grilled fish or meat and chilli sauce to your taste.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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