Vegetarian Nigerian Fried Rice
A vibrant, savory rice dish stir-fried with turmeric, curry powder, and a medley of crisp vegetables for an authentic West African flavor.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Long-grain parboiled rice
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Curry powder (Nigerian style)
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Carrots, finely diced
- 1/2 cup Green beans, chopped
- 1/2 cup Sweet corn
- 1/2 cup Green peas
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large Onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (dried)
Instructions
- 1
Wash the parboiled rice thoroughly in warm water to remove excess starch until the water runs clear.
- 2
Place the rice in a pot with the vegetable broth, 1 tablespoon of curry powder, and salt; boil until the rice is cooked 'al dente' and the liquid is absorbed.
- 3
Spread the cooked rice on a large tray to cool completely; this prevents the fried rice from becoming soggy.
- 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large wok or deep frying pan over medium-high heat.
- 5
Sauté the onions, carrots, and green beans for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- 6
Add the bell peppers, sweet corn, peas, remaining curry powder, turmeric, and thyme, stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
- 7
Add the cooled rice to the pan in small batches, stir-frying vigorously after each addition to ensure every grain is coated in oil and spices.
- 8
Adjust seasoning with salt or a vegetable bouillon cube if needed, and serve hot.
Nutrition per Serving
410
Calories
8g
Protein
72g
Carbs
11g
Fat
5g
Fiber
4g
Sugar
680mg
Sodium
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