Another name for native Jollof rice is Iwuk Edesi. The Efik people of southeast Nigeria are the source of this name. Instead of vegetable oil, palm oil is used during preparation This consists of dried or smoked fish, Ugu (pumpkin leaves), fermented locust beans (Iru), and spinach or basil (Efinrin) amongst others let’s dive in! and learn more on how to cook rice and beans Jollof with palm oil.

Ingredients for Beans Jollof With Palm Oil

1. Two cups of washed long-grain rice

2. One jar of oil-drained Ata Din Din Sauce from Egunsifoods

3. Four cups of stock made from chickens.

4. A quarter-tsp sea salt

5. One tablespoon of fermented locust beans, or Iru work

6. One teaspoon of smoked ground prawns

7. One spoonful of smoked dried crayfish

8. Two medium-sized cow skin (ponmo) cuts

9. A quarter cup of dried smoked catfish and two 

10. Medium-sized dried prawns

11. Diced one medium red habanero pepper

12. Diced one medium onion and ¼ cup of palm oil

13. One cup of freshly cut julienne spinach

Does Palm Oil go in Jollof?

Adding other special with the palm oil, contribute to the distinctive flavour of Native Jollof Rice. The dish’s distinctive colour and distinct aroma are also attributed to the reddish-orange colour of the palm oil.

To make the Elo Obe base for my recipe, Ata Din Din sauce instead of preparing it from scratch. The flavours turned out just right. To stick to the recipe, make use of regular palm oil instead of the oil from the Ata Din Din; however, if you choose to do this, you may save the oil and use it as a chilli oil to improve the flavour of your other favourite foods!

How to cook Rice and Beans with Palm Oil

Step 1: Rinse the beans under running water until they are tender, then set them aside.

Step 2: Bring the rice wash to a boil and leave aside.

Step 3: Clean and cut the tomatoes and onions. Combine the crayfish and pepper in a blender.

Step 4: Light a pot, add the palm oil, and let it heat up. Next, add the onions and toss them around a little. Finally, add the sliced tomatoes and fry them.

Step 5: After it’s well fried, add water, crayfish and pepper mixture, Maggi, and salt.

Step 6: Pour in enough water to thoroughly cook the rice and beans. After that, add the rice and beans, stir everything together, cover, and cook until it’s done.

How Much Oil Should I Put in My Rice?

For every cup of raw rice, measure out one and a half cups of water and one teaspoon of olive oil. 3 cups cooked rice can be made from 1 cup dry rice. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, oil, and water; whisk to mix. Bring over high heat to a boil. Simmer after that. Once the water reaches a boiling point, lower the heat to low and secure the lid tightly. Allow to simmer for fifteen minutes.

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