jollof rice
Tomato-based African staple
Jollof rice is a West African dish of rice cooked in a spiced tomato sauce, typically with onions, peppers, and seasonings.
It's a staple at celebrations and family gatherings across Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and neighboring countries.
Which nation makes the best jollof is a subject of spirited, ongoing debate: Don't get them started on jollof rice—they'll argue for hours.
West African federal republic
- GhanaWest African republic
- SenegalWest African republic
- GambiaWest African enclave state
- CameroonWest African republic
Liberia · Sierra Leone · cuisine · staple · tradition · heritage · diaspora · Yoruba
Pleasantly informal and warm
- nourishingPromoting health through food
- satisfyingProducing fulfillment or pleasure
- heartyWarm and substantial
- warmModerately heated, or friendly
nostalgic · family · homemade · traditional · soulful · beloved · cherished · fulfilling
Red fleshy fruits
- onionsPungent layered cooking bulbs
- bell peppersMild hollow vegetables
- scotch bonnetLantern-shaped tropical chile
- garlicPungent culinary bulb
tomato paste · vegetable oil · thyme · bay leaves · curry powder · stock · simmer · one-pot
Gathering for celebration
- celebrationFestive event marking occasion
- weddingMarriage rite and feast
- buffetSelf-service meal display
- gatheringCollection of people meeting
feast · naming ceremony · graduation · birthday · potluck · catering · communal · hosting
Lantern-shaped tropical chile
- pepperPungent dried berry spice
- hotHaving much warmth
- heatTransferred thermal energy
- chiliCapsicum pod or stew
piquant · fiery · kick · cayenne · habanero · spice · flavorful · peppery
Saffron rice with shellfish
- biryaniSpiced layered rice dish
- pilafSeasoned broth-cooked grain
- jambalayaSpicy Louisiana rice dish
- arroz con polloHispanic chicken-and-grain dish
basmati · long grain · fluffy · grains · starchy
Nigeria
West African federal republic
Cameroon · Liberia · Sierra Leone · cuisine · staple · tradition · heritage · diaspora · Yoruba · recipe
homey
Pleasantly informal and warm
- nourishingPromoting health through food
- satisfyingProducing fulfillment or pleasure
- heartyWarm and substantial
warm · nostalgic · family · homemade · traditional · soulful · beloved · cherished · fulfilling · wholesome
tomatoes
Red fleshy fruits
- onionsPungent layered cooking bulbs
- bell peppersMild hollow vegetables
- scotch bonnetLantern-shaped tropical chile
garlic · tomato paste · vegetable oil · thyme · bay leaves · curry powder · stock · simmer · one-pot · lid
party
Gathering for celebration
- celebrationFestive event marking occasion
- weddingMarriage rite and feast
- buffetSelf-service meal display
gathering · feast · naming ceremony · graduation · birthday · potluck · catering · communal · hosting · entertaining
scotch bonnet
Lantern-shaped tropical chile
chili · piquant · fiery · kick · cayenne · habanero · spice · flavorful · peppery · intense
paella
Saffron rice with shellfish
arroz con pollo · basmati · long grain · fluffy · grains · starchy
- AfricaEgypt, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania
- dishesmeatloaf, fried chicken, mac and cheese, macaroni and cheese, pot pie
- ethnic foodssushi, tacos, pad thai, curry, hummus
- regional dishesadobo, arepa, bagel, baklava, beignet
- NigeriaAbuja, Lagos, Independence Day, National Assembly, Niger River
- African foodfufu, pounded yam, jollof, masa, shakshouka
jollof ricewhite rice
Refined grain, husk removed
steamed rice · fried rice · sushi rice · rice porridge · congee
jollof ricehospital food
Meals for admitted patients
congee · boiled potatoes · rice porridge · gruel · rice cakes