{"product_id":"jollof-rice-seasoning","title":"Jollof Rice Seasoning","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSalt-free West African jollof seasoning with tomato, red pepper, thyme, curry spices and Scotch bonnet for one-pot rice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; cooking character\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSavory, tomato-rich and warmly spiced, with moderate heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJollof rice is cooked in a well-fried tomato and pepper base seasoned with thyme, bay and curry-style spices. This blend carries that seasoning along with tomato and red bell pepper powders to deepen your own base. Fry it briefly in oil with onion and tomato paste before adding the rice and stock, and season with salt or stock at that stage, since the blend itself is salt-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eWhat to cook\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eJollof rice, chicken and rice, shrimp and rice, rice and beans, baked chicken thighs, vegetable stews and tomato-based soups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eHow much to use \u0026amp; when to add it\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e1 tablespoon per cup of uncooked rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this amount as a starting point for flavor, then adjust to your food and taste. If other ingredients bring salt, sweetness or heat, account for those before adding more seasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eKitchen recipe: Weeknight jollof rice\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eServes 6. In a heavy 4-quart pot, cook 1 chopped onion in 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat for 5 minutes, until soft. Stir in 3 tablespoons tomato paste and 2 tablespoons Jollof Rice Seasoning and fry 3 minutes, until the paste darkens to brick red. Add one 14.5 oz can crushed tomatoes and cook 8 to 10 minutes, until thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStir in 2 cups rinsed long-grain rice and 2 1\/2 cups stock. The blend is salt-free, so add about 1 teaspoon salt, less if your stock is salted. Bring to a boil, cover tightly and cook on low about 25 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender; add 1\/4 cup more stock if it dries out first. Rest covered 5 minutes, fluff with a fork and serve with fried plantains or grilled chicken cooked to 165°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; allergens\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredient overview:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tomato powder, onion powder, dried red bell pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, ground turmeric, ground coriander, ground ginger, smoked paprika, ground white pepper, ground bay leaf, Scotch bonnet powder, ground fenugreek, ground nutmeg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck the physical package for the complete current ingredient and allergen statement, including subingredients of compound powders. If you need to avoid an ingredient, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003econtact Spice Czar before ordering\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eSizes \u0026amp; storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 oz Shaker Bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb Fresh-Sealed Pouch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose an available size above to see the current price. The selected option identifies the size and package format offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, sunlight and steam. Use a clean, dry spoon and close the container promptly after measuring. Check the aroma before cooking and follow the best-before information on the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.35;margin:1.4em 0 0.5em;\"\u003eKeep exploring\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/africa\"\u003eExplore African Flavors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp class=\"photo-credit\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003eServing-suggestion photograph: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Jollof_(Jollof-_Rice).jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eJollof (Jollof- Rice)\u003c\/a\u003e by DromoTetteh, licensed under \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creativecommons.org\/licenses\/by-sa\/4.0\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCC BY-SA 4.0\u003c\/a\u003e. Reproduced without content or color edits; the photograph remains available under that license. It illustrates a serving idea, not the dry seasoning or an endorsement by the photographer.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Spice Czar","offers":[{"title":"2 oz Shaker Bottle","offer_id":46811067908175,"sku":"SCZ-NB064-2OZSB","price":7.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch","offer_id":46811069612111,"sku":"SCZ-NB064-4OZP","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz Fresh-Sealed Pouch","offer_id":46811069644879,"sku":"SCZ-NB064-8OZ","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb Fresh-Sealed Pouch","offer_id":46811069677647,"sku":"SCZ-NB064-16OZ","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0727\/6711\/1247\/files\/spice-czar-jollof-rice-serving-suggestion.jpg?v=1789820270","url":"https:\/\/www.thespiceczar.com\/products\/jollof-rice-seasoning","provider":"Spice Czar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}