Nigerian fried rice is a beloved party dish that brings together aromatic rice, colorful vegetables, and savory proteins. This classic recipe creates the perfect balance of flavors and textures that everyone will enjoy.
While it requires some preparation time, especially for chopping vegetables, the end result is well worth the effort. The key is achieving perfectly cooked rice that’s neither too hard nor too soggy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups long grain or basmati rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, green beans)
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 cup diced and fried liver
- 150g prawns (optional)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 stock cubes
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- â…“ cup vegetable or sunflower oil
- Salt to taste
Steps to Follow
- Step 1: Wash rice thoroughly with warm water until water runs clear. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pot and stir-fry rice for 1-2 minutes.
- Step 3: Add half the stock cubes, thyme, and chopped onions. Stir for another minute.
- Step 4: Pour in chicken broth and water. Cover tightly and cook on low heat for 30 minutes.
- Step 5: In a separate pan, heat remaining oil and fry peppers, onions, and mixed vegetables.
- Step 6: Add remaining stock cubes, curry powder, and salt to the vegetables.
- Step 7: Add fried liver and prawns to vegetable mixture.
- Step 8: Once rice is cooked, combine with vegetable mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Step 9: Steam combined mixture for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
Additional Instructions
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 45 minutes
- Serves: 6 people
- Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months
- Fresh vegetables are preferred but frozen work well too
- Serve with fried plantain, coleslaw, Nigerian salad, or grilled chicken
- For best results, ensure rice isn’t overcooked or soggy
General Nutritional Values
- Approx. Calories: 380 kcal per serving
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fat: 16g
