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Jollof Rice (Senegalese Thiéboudienne-Style Rice) — Senegalese Senegal recipe, 50 min, serves 6Senegalese

Jollof Rice (Senegalese Thiéboudienne-Style Rice)

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Riz wolof (or jollof rice) is the West African icon — long-grain or broken rice cooked in a rich, spicy tomato-pepper sauce until the liquid is fully absorbed and a crispy layer forms at the bottom of the pot. Smoky, savory and deeply satisfying.

50
min
10
prep
🔥
40
cook
👥
6
servings
380
kcal / serving
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Instructions

1

Faites revenir the onions in the oil. Add the purée of tomato, cook 10 min.

2

Add water, broth, thyme, bell peppers and garlic. Portez à ébullition.

3

Add the rice lavé. Mix a fois.

4

Cover hermétiquement. Cook à feu very doux 25-30 minutes without ouvrir.

💡 The secret is of ne pas soulever the lid for the cuisson.

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Common Questions

How long does it take to cook jollof rice (senegalese thiéboudienne-style rice)?
Total time is about 50 minutes, with 40 minutes of actual cooking. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your equipment and ingredient size.
How many servings does this jollof rice (senegalese thiéboudienne-style rice) recipe make?
This recipe yields 6 servings as written. You can easily scale the recipe up or down using the serving size adjuster above the ingredient list.
Can I customize the ingredients in this recipe?
Yes, the ingredient list shows possible swaps for many items. Stick to similar quantities and textures when substituting to maintain the expected result.
What can I serve with jollof rice (senegalese thiéboudienne-style rice)?
This dish pairs well with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, rice, or crusty bread. Check our related recipes below for more ideas.

What to drink with this

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Wine
Côtes-de-Provence rosé — Mediterranean white pairs with rice-based mains.
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Beer
West African Flag or Castel lager.
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Cocktail
Bissap mojito (hibiscus mint).
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Non-alcoholic
Bissap (hibiscus tea) or bouye (baobab fruit drink).
The story behind this recipe ▾
Jollof rice is traced to the Wolof people of the Senegambia region (modern Senegal and Gambia) in the 14th century, in the Jolof Empire. From there it spread across West Africa, with each country developing its own version — Nigerian, Ghanaian, Ivorian — sparking the legendary 'jollof wars' debates. The Senegalese original tends to be cooked with broken rice, fish or meat, and vegetables all in one pot, whereas Nigerian and Ghanaian versions typically cook the rice separately in a prepared sauce. The prized 'socarrat' — crispy caramelized rice at the bottom of the pot — is called 'xoon' in Wolof.
This recipe is for inspiration only. We do not provide food safety, storage, or nutritional advice. Always follow your local food safety guidelines. Check all ingredients for allergens.
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