Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Jollof_riceJollof rice - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Jollof_rice

   • Cached

   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 ...

2. Images

   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 

   View all

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

   www.bbc.com › travel › article

   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...

4. Videos

   • 

     4:12

     youtube.com

     NIGERIAN PARTY JOLLOF RICE

     22 Dec 2019

     3.3M views

   • 

     8:15

     youtube.com

     Jollof Rice (Spicy West African Rice) | Food Wishes

     19 May 2023

     462.6K views

   • 

     15:21

     youtube.com

     Nigerian Jollof Rice Recipe - Precious Kitchen

     22 Aug 2018

     25.2K views

   View all

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

   www.tasteatlas.com › jollof-rice

   • Cached

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

   qz.com › africa › 1689421

   • Cached

   Aug 23, 2019 · Today, the significance Jollof rice is not only felt in West and Central Africa, but also in the American south, where millions of West African slaves from rice-growing regions were traded...

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

   blog.remitly.com › lifestyle-culture › national

   • Cached

   Jul 22, 2024 · Whether it’s the comforting Jollof rice or the fiery suya skewers, each dish tells a story of Nigeria’s diverse culture and history. About Remitly Remitly is on a mission to make international money transfers faster, easier, more transparent, and more affordable.

8. www.britannica.com › topic › jollof-riceJollof rice | Ingredients, History, & Facts | Britannica

   www.britannica.com › topic › jollof-rice

   • Cached

   Sep 20, 2024 · Jollof rice is a seasoned rice dish from West Africa. It is generally made with rice, tomatoes, and a variety of spices, though preparations and ingredients can differ between countries. Jollof rice likely originated in the Senegambian region before spreading throughout the rest of West Africa.

9. People also ask

   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.

   Jollof Rice: Recipe and History of Nigeria’s National Dish | Remitly Blog

   blog.remitly.com/lifestyle-culture/nationaldishes-jollof-rice-fascinating-facts-nigeria/

   See all results for this question

   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

   qz.com/africa/1689421/the-history-of-jollof-rice-in-west-africa-and-the-banter

   See all results for this question

   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

   www.tasteatlas.com/jollof-rice

   See all results for this question

   Where did Jollof rice come from?

   • The origins of Jollof rice can be traced to the 1300s in the ancient Wolof Empire (also called the Jolof Empire), which spanned parts of today's Senegal, The Gambia and Mauritania. Rice farming flourished in this region, and Jollof began life as a dish called thieboudienne, prepared with rice, fish, shellfish and vegetables.

   Jollof Wars: Who does West Africa's iconic rice dish best? - BBC

   www.bbc.com/travel/article/20210607-jollof-wars-who-does-west-africas-iconic-rice-dish-best

   See all results for this question

   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.

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

   qz.com/africa/1689421/the-history-of-jollof-rice-in-west-africa-and-the-banter

   See all results for this question

   When is World Jollof rice day?

   • In the United States, the traveling Jollof Festival brings together cooks, appreciators, and community members around the dish and West African cuisine as a whole. World Jollof Rice Day is celebrated annually on August 22. Jollof rice is a seasoned rice dish from West Africa.

   Jollof rice | Ingredients, History, & Facts | Britannica

   www.britannica.com/topic/jollof-rice

   See all results for this question

10. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Articles-lmseSFrocq2gJollof rice: how 6 African countries make it their own ...

    www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Articles-lmseSFrocq2g

    • Cached

    Jan 23, 2024 · For West Africans and those of African descent like myself—regardless of country or timezone—there is one dish we can all agree is mouthwateringly good: jollof rice. Served as both the base of a meal or on the side, the beloved dish is made of rice dotted with tomatoes, spices, and peppers.