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Ofada Rice with Ayamase

Local rice with spicy green sauce. This authentic Nigerian ofada rice with ayamase brings traditional flavors to your kitchen. Worth the moderate effort.

27
Prep (min)
62
Cook (min)
4
Servings
471
Calories

Ingredients

  • ofada rice
  • green bell peppers
  • locust beans
  • palm oil
  • assorted meat
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • curry to taste
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare all ingredients: ofada rice, green bell peppers, locust beans. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

  2. 2

    Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and curry. Let marinate 1-2 hours.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Frying tomato base - this is essential for authentic Nigerian flavor.

  5. 5

    Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

  7. 7

    Season with curry and thyme. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately while hot.

  9. 9

    Garnish and serve with traditional jollof rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

471
Calories
34g
Protein
21g
Carbs
17g
Fat

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