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Nigerian Fried Rice

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Nigerian Fried Rice is a festive, flavor-packed dish made with parboiled rice, stir-fried vegetables, and liver or shrimp, cooked in a seasoned broth. It’s a staple at celebrations and perfect as a main or side dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain parboiled rice
  • 1 cup chicken or beef liver (or shrimp), chopped and cooked
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (plus more for frying)
  • 1 onion, chopped (divided)
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (green, red, or yellow)
  • 1/2 cup sweet corn (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 2 seasoning cubes or 2 tsp seasoning powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Rinse and parboil the rice until about 70% cooked. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a pot, heat 1 tbsp of oil and sauté half the onions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.
  3. Add curry powder, thyme, seasoning cubes, and broth. Bring to a boil.
  4. Add the parboiled rice to the broth. Cook on low heat until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Let cool slightly.
  5. In a large wok or pan, heat the remaining oil and stir-fry the remaining onions, carrots, green beans, peas, bell peppers, and sweet corn for 5–7 minutes.
  6. Add the cooked liver or shrimp and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked rice in batches, mixing thoroughly with the veggies and protein. Stir-fry everything for a few more minutes until well combined and heated through.
  8. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use parboiled rice to avoid sogginess and ensure a firm texture.
  • Add liver or shrimp last to prevent overcooking.
  • Cool rice slightly before stir-frying for better separation and texture.
  • For party-style fried rice, use a bit more oil and allow a slight crisping on the bottom.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when mixing rice to prevent it from steaming.

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