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Liberian Fried Rice Recipe

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Jollof Rice , Liberian Style prepare by Granluvy African food, Food culture, Fine cooking
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Description

Liberian Fried Rice is a popular dish in Liberia, West Africa. It's a delicious and aromatic rice dish that is usually served with grilled or fried chicken. The dish is made by sautéing a variety of vegetables and spices, then adding cooked rice and stir-frying everything together until it's well combined.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30 minutes.

Ingredients

The ingredients you will need for this recipe are:
  • 4 cups cooked rice (preferably long-grain rice)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots, thawed

Equipment

To make Liberian Fried Rice, you will need the following equipment:
  • A large pot or wok
  • A wooden spoon or spatula
  • A sharp knife for chopping vegetables

Method

Here are the steps to make Liberian Fried Rice:
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the onion, red and green bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender.
  3. Add the thyme, curry powder, salt, black pepper, and tomato paste to the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Add the cooked rice to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.
  5. Add the peas and carrots to the pot and stir to combine with the rice and vegetables.
  6. Continue to stir-fry the rice for 5 to 7 minutes, until it's heated through and well combined with the other ingredients.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat and serve the Liberian Fried Rice hot with your choice of grilled or fried chicken.

Notes

You can use any variety of vegetables you like in this recipe. Some popular options include cabbage, green beans, and corn. You can also add some protein to the dish, such as shrimp or diced chicken.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes approximately 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 407
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 385mg
  • Potassium: 261mg
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Vitamin A: 63%
  • Vitamin C: 67%
  • Calcium: 3%
  • Iron: 8%

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to use cooked rice that has been cooled in the refrigerator for at least a few hours, or overnight. This will help the rice to be less sticky and clumpy when stir-frying it with the other ingredients.
  • You can also add some soy sauce or oyster sauce to the dish for additional flavor.
  • If you don't have frozen peas and carrots, you can use fresh vegetables instead. Just make sure to chop them into small pieces so they cook quickly in the stir-fry.
  • Leftovers of this dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Enjoy your delicious Liberian Fried Rice!


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