Rice
Riz au Gras (Malian Jollof)

Riz au Gras (Malian Jollof)

Mali

85Minutes
MediumLevel
6Serves
10Steps
About

Mali's beloved one-pot 'fat rice', grains cooked in a rich tomato and meat broth until every kernel is stained red and glossy, a Bambara table centrepiece for celebrations.

Equipment
  • Large heavy pot
  • Blender
  • Wooden spoon
  • Lid
Ingredients
Long-grain rice3 cups
Beef or chicken, in pieces700 g
Tomatoes4
Red bell pepper1
Tomato paste3 tbsp
Onions2
Garlic4 cloves
Fresh ginger1 thumb
Scotch bonnet1
Carrot, cabbage and aubergine500 g
Bay leaf2
Stock cubes3
Vegetable oil1/2 cup
Saltto taste

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