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   Jollof rice. Jollof (/ dʒəˈlɒf /), or jollof rice, is a rice dish from West Africa. The dish is typically made with long-grain rice, tomatoes, chilis, onions, spices, and sometimes other vegetables and/or meat in a single pot, although its ingredients and preparation methods vary across different regions. The dish's origins are traced to ...

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3. qz.com › africa › 1689421The history of Jollof rice in West Africa—and the banter

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   Aug 23, 2019 · The most adopted theory for the expansion of the dish explains Jollof Rice as having its origins in the Senegambia region of west Africa, in the ancient Wolof or Jolof Empire, during the...

4. www.bbc.com › travel › articleJollof Wars: Who does West Africa's iconic rice dish best? - BBC

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   The main protagonists in a steam over who makes the best Jollof rice are Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Cameroon. The Gambia and Senegal are quite laid-back and rarely enter the...

5. www.tasteatlas.com › jollof-riceJollof Rice | Traditional Rice Dish From Nigeria - TasteAtlas

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   Jollof rice is Nigeria's national dish of Senegambian origin, that can be found in every country of West Africa with some variations in the ingredients. In order to prepare it, rice is cooked in a rich tomato sauce so that it soaks in all the flavors.

6. www.kitchenbutterfly.com › 2017 › around-west-africaAround West Africa in 'Jollof' Names - Kitchen Butterfly

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   Aug 14, 2017 · Names in countries like Nigeria and Ghana – the fiercest rivals but also in Niger, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Guinea Bissau. Though the rice used differs from country to country – broken, Thai Jasmine, Long grain in Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria respectively, the principal of the spiced red rice remains untouched.

7. blog.remitly.com › lifestyle-culture › nationalJollof Rice: Recipe and History of Nigeria’s National Dish

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   Jul 22, 2024 · Jollof rice has captured the hearts of many with its exquisite flavors and vibrant colors, making it one of the most beloved dishes in West Africa and throughout its diaspora. This dish has deep roots and inspires countless stories, including the famous “ Jollof Wars. ” where countries like Ghana, Senegal, Nigeria, and Cameroon passionately ...

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   Where did Jollof rice come from?

   • The most adopted theory for the expansion of the dish explains Jollof Rice as having its origins in the Senegambia region of west Africa, in the ancient Wolof or Jolof Empire, during the 14th-16th century. The former empire is located in what is considered to be parts of modern-day Senegal, The Gambia, and Mauritania.

   The history of Jollof rice in West Africa—and the banter - Quartz

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   Why is Jollof rice a national dish?

   • Over time, Jollof rice spread throughout West Africa thanks to trade and migrations. Each country contributed its unique touch to the recipe, giving rise to the numerous variations enjoyed today. To such an extent that Nigerians eventually designated the dish as their national dish, thanks to its high regard.

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   What is Jollof rice made of?

   • In Ghana: Jollof rice is made with basmati or thai rice, with warm spices like clove, nutmeg or cinnamon. Ghanaians are also likely to use the same protein stock, including chicken or beef, to simmer their dish. In Nigeria: Pureed tomatoes, habaneros, red bell peppers and onions, along with parboiled long grain rice is used in the dish.

   The history of Jollof rice in West Africa—and the banter - Quartz

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   Can you eat Jollof rice in Nigeria?

   • Jollof rice as prepared and eaten in Nigeria is just one part of the jollof journey. Be sure to check out our guides to the national dishes of Senegal, Guinea-Bissau, Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone for more. Nigerian cuisine offers an array of dishes as diverse as its people.

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   How to make Jollof rice?

   • In order to prepare it, rice is cooked in a rich tomato sauce so that it soaks in all the flavors. The most common ingredients found in jollof rice include rice, tomatoes, tomato paste, onions, salt, and pepper. On top of that, any kind of meat, vegetable, fish or spice can be added.

   Jollof Rice | Traditional Rice Dish From Nigeria - TasteAtlas

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   Is Jollof rice a big deal in Africa?

   • If you recently stumbled across what is loosely known as “African Twitter,” or other African social media spaces, you might have seen repeated mentions of Jollof rice. It’s a big deal, and a cause of endless banter for those on the continent, and in the diaspora.

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9. www.196flavors.com › jollof-riceJollof Rice - Authentic and Traditional West African Recipe ...

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   Dec 11, 2022 · Jollof rice is one of the most common Western African dishes. It is prepared throughout the region including in Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Gambia, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Ivory Coast, Togo, Cameroon as well as Mali.