Description
A delicious and colorful Nigerian Fried Rice recipe that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups long-grain rice
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, and corn)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ginger powder
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu (optional)
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and mixed vegetables, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the garlic powder, ginger powder, curry powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed rice to the pot, stirring to coat the rice with the vegetable mixture.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- If using, fold in the cooked chicken, shrimp, or tofu during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the vegetable mixture.
- Substitute the mixed vegetables with your favorite seasonal vegetables for a fresh twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Nigerian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg