Chicken and Ginger Rice Fragrant Chicken and Ginger Rice One-Pot Meal Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, julienned 4 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed 2 ½ cups chicken broth 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon white pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 stalks green onion, chopped (for garnish) Fried shallots (optional, for garnish) Directions: Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté the ginger until aromatic and slightly golden, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and stir-fry for 30 seconds. Add chicken pieces and cook until lightly browned on the outside, about 5 minutes. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, and white pepper. Mix well. Add the rinsed jasmine rice and stir to combine with the chicken and aromatics. Pour in chicken broth, stir once, then cover with a lid. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Turn off heat and let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice and drizzle with sesame oil. Top with chopped green onions and fried shallots before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenrice #gingerrice #onepotmeal #comfortfood #asianrecipes #weeknightdinner #homecooked #easychickenrecipes #ricebowl #mealprepideas #jasmine rice #garlicgingerchicken #flavorfulrice #familydinners #quickmeals #friedshallots #simpleasiandishes #cozyrecipes #gingerchickenrice #wholesomemeal This Chicken and Ginger Rice is warm, aromatic, and cooked all in one pot! Perfect for a comforting family dinner — and it's SO easy!

Jollof Rice Recipe (Nigerian Rice) Authentic Nigerian Jollof Rice with Spicy Tomato Sauce Ingredients: 2 cups long grain parboiled rice 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped 1 red bell pepper 2 large tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato paste 1 scotch bonnet pepper (or to taste) 2 cloves garlic 1-inch piece fresh ginger 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon paprika 2 bouillon cubes (Maggi or Knorr) 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock Salt to taste 1 bay leaf Optional: sliced onions, peas, or cooked mixed vegetables for garnish Directions: Rinse rice thoroughly and set aside. Blend red bell pepper, tomatoes, scotch bonnet, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste. In a large pot, heat oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add tomato paste and fry for 2–3 minutes to reduce acidity. Pour in the blended tomato mixture and cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and reduces. Season with thyme, curry powder, paprika, bouillon cubes, and salt. Add bay leaf and stir in the rinsed rice, coating it in the sauce. Pour in stock and bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 25–30 minutes, checking occasionally and stirring to avoid burning. Once rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed, fluff with a fork. Garnish if desired and serve hot. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4–6 servings #jollofrice #nigerianfood #westafricancuisine #authenticjollof #spicyricedish #tomatorice #partyfoodideas #africanrecipes #nigerianrecipes #jollofricevibes #comfortfood #homecookedmeals #flavorfulrice #culturaldishes #easyjollofrecipe #riceisnice #jolloflove #spicyafricanfood #familydinnerideas #foodforthesoul 🔥 Dive into the bold flavors of West Africa with this rich and spicy Nigerian Jollof Rice! 🇳🇬 Perfect for family dinners or parties! 🍅🍚