Jollof Essentials ⁽¹⁴⁾

Everything You Need for Authentic Nigerian Jollof Rice

Nigerian jollof rice is the most famous West African dish — a one-pot rice dish cooked in a rich tomato and pepper base. This collection contains all the ingredients you need to make authentic Nigerian jollof rice at home, including the party jollof version with its distinctive smoky flavour.

Essential Jollof Rice Ingredients

• Long grain parboiled rice — the correct rice for Nigerian jollof
• Tomato paste — for the rich tomato base
• Scotch bonnet peppers — for authentic heat and flavour
• Red palm oil or vegetable oil — palm oil gives a more traditional flavour
• Nigerian seasoning cubes — Maggi or Knorr
• Bay leaves and thyme — for the aromatic base

See our complete Nigerian Jollof Rice recipe — including tips for achieving the party jollof smoky effect. Free delivery on orders over £40.