Delicious Jollof Rice with Fried Plantains Grilled Chicken and Fresh Vegetable Salad
A flavorful West African-inspired meal featuring spicy Jollof rice, crispy fried plantains, grilled chicken, and a fresh vegetable salad.
Ingredients
Rice and Broth
- 2 cups long-grain parboiled rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 piece onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 piece bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cups blended tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 bay leaf bay leaf
- to taste salt and pepper
Fried Plantains
- 2 pieces ripe plantains, sliced
Grilled Chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetable Salad
- 1 head lettuce leaves
- 1 piece cucumber, sliced
- 2 tomatoes diced
- 1 carrot grated
- to taste lemon juice for dressing
Instructions
- Rinse rice and set aside.
- Sauté onion in oil until translucent, then add garlic and bell pepper; cook 2 minutes.
- Add blended tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices; cook until thickened. Stir in rice, then add broth, simmer 20-25 minutes.
- Marinate chicken with paprika, olive oil, salt, and pepper; grill or bake until cooked.
- Fry plantains until golden. Prepare salad with vegetables and lemon juice.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or herbs to the rice.