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  1. Aug 6, 2020 · In making jollof, Nigerians use long-grain rice, which is sturdier and provides good flavor absorption, while Ghanaians use the more-aromatic basmati rice, which itself adds an...

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  2. Jun 8, 2021 · These two passionate nations seem to love to hate each other, and both feel theirs is the best Jollof rice. One main difference is the type of rice used. Ghanaians use aromatic basmati rice,...

  3. Jul 4, 2018 · Ghanian Jollof rice is also more spicy than Nigerian Jollof. While Nigerians use bay leaf as a key spice, Ghanians use shito, an oily condiment made with hot peppers, ginger, shrimps and onion. Unlike Nigerian Jollof, Ghanian Jollof rice doesn’t have a party version that is cooked over fire wood.

  4. Sep 28, 2023 · 1. While the Nigerian version uses long-grain rice, the Ghanaian version often uses basmati or Thai jasmine rice, and this means that there will be a big difference in taste and smell.

  5. May 27, 2020 · Nigerian jollof uses long grain parboiled rice, which is less starchy. With Ghanaian jollof, a Thai or a jasmine rice is used, bringing out more starch in the meal itself ,” he said, when discussing the differences between Ghanaian jollof and other rice-based dishes.

  6. Sep 15, 2018 · Nigerian jollof uses long grain parboiled rice, which is less starchy. With Ghanaian jollof, a Thai or a jasmine rice is used, bringing out more starch in the meal itself,” he...

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  8. Mar 10, 2024 · The Ghanian process for making jollof rice is similar to the Nigerian method, said Amoah, with the texture being the main difference. "We prefer our rice harder than the Nigerians. They...