Fried Rice Recipe Nigerian

September 07, 2023 Post a Comment

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Nigerian Fried Rice...Double Fried! Sisi Jemimah from sisijemimah.com

Description

Fried rice is a delicious and popular dish in Nigeria, made with cooked rice, vegetables, and protein. This recipe is a favorite for special occasions, parties, and family gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste buds.

Prep Time

Preparation for the recipe takes about 20 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time for the recipe takes about 30 minutes.

Ingredient

4 cups of cooked rice
1 cup of carrots, diced
1 cup of green beans, chopped
1 cup of sweet corn
1 cup of peas
1 cup of chicken, diced
1/2 cup of vegetable oil
1 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons of curry powder
2 teaspoons of thyme
2 teaspoons of seasoning powder
1 teaspoon of salt

Equipment

Large pot
Frying pan
Chopping board
Knife
Spatula

Method

Heat up the vegetable oil in a frying pan and add the diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until they become translucent.
Add the diced carrots, green beans, sweet corn, and peas to the pan. Sauté for 5 minutes until they become tender.
Add the diced chicken to the pan and cook for 7-10 minutes until it is no longer pink.
Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir until it is well combined with the vegetables and chicken.
Add the curry powder, thyme, seasoning powder, and salt to the pan. Stir until the rice is well coated with the spices.
Cover the pan and let the rice cook for 10 minutes on low heat. Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
After 10 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit for another 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Nigerian Fried Rice!

Notes

You can use any protein of your choice, such as shrimp, beef, or tofu. Also, you can add or omit any vegetables according to your preference.

Nutrition Info

Each serving of Nigerian Fried Rice contains approximately 400 calories, 20g of fat, 40g of carbohydrates, and 15g of protein.

Recipe Tips

To make the rice less sticky, rinse it thoroughly before cooking. Additionally, you can add a dash of soy sauce or oyster sauce for added flavor. Lastly, be sure to use a non-stick pan to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom.