Spices and Seasonings for Jollof Rice in Nigeria
The Nigerian jollof rice has become very popular over the years, with its adoption as the major rice recipe for public gatherings especially for local celebrations. Because of it’s popularity, many have created major and minor additions to the original recipes in the hope of improving the outcome of the recipe.
Today in this post, I will be listing out the spices and seasonings that can be added to your jollof rice to bring out some new taste and flavouring, while still maintaining the original jollof rice taste and swag.
Some of this spices are available locally in Nigeria as vegetables which can be sourced from farms and local retail stores around us. While some are packaged which you have to purchase from the supermarket or order them online. This doesn’t mean you have to include all the seasonings and spices in one cooking, this will definitely spoil the food.
Major Seasonings and Spices for Jollof Rice
- Maggi seasoning cubes (chicken flavour)
- Maggi seasoning powder
- Terra seasoning cubes (chicken flavour)
- Terra seasoning cubes (shrimp flavour)
- Onions
- Scent leaves
- Turmeric
- Curry powder
- Maggi chicken powder
- Cameroon pepper
- Nutmeg
- Knorr chicken and beef seasoning cubes
- Gino curry powder
- Gino dried thyme
- Cayenne pepper
- Basil leaves
- Partminger
- Ginger
- Garlic
- Bay leaf
- Gloves
- Catfish
- Crayfish
- Herring Fish
- Goat meat
- Beef
- Aniseeds
- Cumin
- Chilli powder
- Shallot
- Bonga fish
- Sardines
- Scomber fish
Most of this seasonings or spices, you know them already. As I mentioned earlier that you will be familiar with some of them. A good jollof rice recipe will involve a careful selection of this seasonings based on your needs and availability. Do note that most of the spices and seasonings will affect the overall taste of the food.
How to Store this Spices and Seasonings
The method you will use to store or preserve individual spice or seasoning will depend on its nature. For example, seasoning are to be stores in airtight containers.
Fresh fish and meat are to be refrigerated or reheated, others which comes in sachets or paper packs are also to be stored airtight in containers.
Some fish and meat can be sun dried before storage. This will enable it stay for a long period of time without spoiling. Most importantly, the method of storage and preservation are always printed on the packs of these items. Be sure to check it out in order to chose the most appropriate method for each.
Conclusion
Spices brings out a special taste and flavour to all meals and at the same time too much of it will also spoil your hard work. Always add spices and seasonings in moderations. There are some plant spices that are perculiar to some regions in Nigeria, you can also choose to add that to your jollof rice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Types of Jollof Rice?
There are no special type of jollof rice, but depending on the goal and the recipe, there might be some differentiations.
- Party jollof rice
- Local jollof rice
- Palm oil jollof rice
- Tomatoes jollof rice etc.
Is Adding Nutmeg to Jollof Rice a Good Choice?
Definitely yes. It will give it a unique flavour and taste.
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