Nigerian Jollof Rice

• 3 cupslong grain rice
• 6 roma tomatoes
• 2 red bell peppers
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 tbsptomato paste
• 2 cupschicken stock

Instructions

1. 1

   Brown the long grain rice in a heavy pot over medium-high heat in batches, then set aside.

2. 2

   Cook roma tomatoes and red bell peppers in the same pot until softened and fragrant.

3. 3

   Return the long grain rice, add the liquid, and scrape up every browned bit from the bottom.

4. 4

   Simmer partly covered on low, 35-45 minutes, until everything is tender and the sauce has body.

5. 5

   Taste and adjust salt and acid at the end — that's what makes Nigerian Jollof Rice taste finished.