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Nigerian Fried Rice

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Nigerian Fried Rice is a colorful, flavor-packed West African rice dish made with mixed vegetables, curry, thyme, and chicken stock. It’s savory, aromatic, and often served at parties alongside grilled meats, fried plantains, or jollof rice.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups long-grain parboiled rice
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, green beans, sweet corn)
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 1 cup cooked shrimp, diced liver, or chicken (optional)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 seasoning cubes or 1 tsp bouillon powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil or butter
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 spring onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and parboil rice until about 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or wok over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in curry powder and thyme, letting them bloom for 30 seconds.
  4. Add chicken stock, seasoning cubes, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then add parboiled rice and stir to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low heat until the rice absorbs the liquid and is fully cooked.
  6. In a separate pan, sauté mixed vegetables and any proteins (shrimp, liver, or chicken) until cooked through.
  7. Combine vegetables and protein with the rice, mixing well to coat evenly.
  8. Stir-fry everything together for 5–10 minutes over medium-high heat for added flavor.
  9. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use long-grain parboiled rice for the best texture and non-sticky grains.
  • Don’t overcook the rice during parboiling — it should still be firm.
  • Add vegetables last to keep them colorful and slightly crisp.
  • For extra flavor, use homemade chicken stock instead of water.
  • Serve with fried plantains or grilled chicken for a complete meal.

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