Nigerian

Jollof Rice with Eggplant

Name: Jollof Rice with Eggplant
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Nigerian
Ingredients: 2 cups long-grain rice; 1 medium eggplant, diced; 2 cups diced tomatoes; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp thyme; 1 tsp curry powder; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; Salt to taste

A Nigerian one-pot dish combining seasoned rice with roasted eggplant and tomatoes.

35 minutes4 servings

Method

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add diced tomatoes, thyme, and curry powder. Cook for 5 minutes.
Stir in rice and eggplant. Add 3 cups water and salt. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

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