Fried rice is a dish of cooked rice that has been stir-fried in a frying pan. It is mixed with vegetables such as carrots, peas, green beans, onions, and meat like chicken, beef or pork. It is one of the most often consumed foods in Nigeria is fried rice. It is occasionally had as a meal at home, but it is more frequently consumed at celebrations or parties. It is the second most important dish made of long grain rice in Nigeria. The purpose of this article is to describe how Nigerian fried rice is made, the usual ingredients used, and how many calories it has.

Common Ingredients in Making Nigerian Fried Rice

  • 2 bay leaves
  • 4 cubes Maggi
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 teaspoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 100g onion cup chopped onion
  • 3 cups mixed vegetables (peas, carrot and corn)
  • 3 cups rice Parboiled rice

Kitchen utensils for Nigerian fried rice include: cooking pot, kitchen knife, mixing bowl, gas (for energy), cooking spoon, vegetable chopping board, frying pan and spatula

How it is Made

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  • On medium heat, place a sizable pot (with a tight-fitting lid). Bay leaves, rosemary, and onion are added to heated oil in one section. Onion should be stir-fried until aromatic and transparent. Add 1 part each of the curry, thyme, Maggi cube, and salt. Stir. include 4 cups of water (3 cups if using basmati rice). Bring the mixture to a boil in a covered pot over high heat.
  • Rice should be added and stirred once the broth’s heat is reduced to low-medium. Put a tight lid on the pot. give the rice 25 minutes to cook (or 15 minutes if using basmati rice). Spread the rice out on a flat platter to cool after removing the pot’s lid.
  • Leave the pot covered for an additional 5–10 minutes if the rice isn’t cooked to your preference (do not add more water)
  • Leave the rice uncovered on medium heat for a further five minutes if the rice is cooked but there is still water in the pan.
  • The leftover oil should be added and heated just a little in a second big pot over medium heat. Add the leftover spice and the mixed vegetables. for 2 to 3 minutes, stir fry
  • Combine the vegetables and the precooked rice. To blend, thoroughly stir. Check the flavor and seasoning, as necessary.
  • You can now serve the rice. Take pleasure in with some fried plantains and stewed chicken or meat.

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Portion Size and Total Calories Per Portion

Using the ingredients, the food can be split into 10 portions or serving (about 1 and a half cups)

One portion = 310 calories

 

Conclusion

In Nigeria, fried rice is one of the dishes that is most frequently consumed, regardless of ethnicity or religion. It can be found in homes, restaurants, gatherings, and celebrations. The market has all the necessary materials. Vegetables, rice as a carbohydrate source, and meat make up this balanced meal. White pepper, Maggi, a bay leaf, thyme, curry powder, and a vegetable combination with peas, carrots, and sweet corn are other common ingredients. Fried rice has 310 calories per serving.

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