This is an amazing recipe as a Nigerian I am very impressed- you can also add sweet peppers which add a lovely sweetness, you can also grill the red bell peppers and sweet peppers in the oven and you can put foil under the lid to trap heat
Sooo happy to see a west African meal with macros as part of your meal prep, looking forward to seeing more African meals from you; I pray this goes viral from your channel🤩😁 Job well done👍🏾👍🏾
Chef, you’ve really outdone yourself here. I tried this recipe today and it’s BY FAR the best meal prep recipe I’ve ever tasted. Absolutely fantastic. Well done! I would love to get some more African recipes☺️
I would like to thank you for your modest advice on making sure no food remains in the tools and are thrown as waste, hate people doing that... thank you again🙂❤️
I'm Nigerian, when I saw this pop up my instant thought was "bro, don't... don't do it", but actually well done! The only thing I would say is to not shy away from a little bit of charring to occur while frying the onions etc as it gives the whole thing a slightly smoky flavour. The only thing I was offended by was the constant reference to Jamaican jollof - we all know, deep down, Nigerian jollof is the benchmark.
@@ChefJackOvens Haha bro, it's all good - it's just a long running theme of Nigerians, Ghanians, and Jamaicans arguing that their respective jollof is the best. 👍🏾
As a Ghanaian and food/cooking enthusiast, I can only say big ups to you - you nailed it Chef! I like the idea of adding little unsalted butter to the rice to give it flavor. The butter(fat) and chicken(protein) will help reduce the glycemic index/load of the rice with respect to blood sugar spike.
Try ground anise and bayleaf next time in your jollof rice. Freaking awesome. My mum taught me using anise, sooo good. I also use it in making bean cake, delicious. ❤
Honestly, I've never had jollof rice before so I don't have anything to reference it to, but I made this recipe last night and it was amazing! I've seen "traditional" jollof recipes online so I'd say it was pretty much spot on in comparison!
You're using a lot stainless steel pans and pots in ur videos.. Even the mixing bowls. Just reminds me of my mother. ❤wonderful recipes as always. God bless😊
Scotch bonnet and habanero are from the same family with very similar characteristics. Habaneros are a lot easier to get here in Australia without having to go to specialty stores and hunting them down
Hi chef, am from India and soon travellings for higher education. Started seeing your MEAL Prep videos and learnt a lot. I also like to cook, like to CREATE something. And above all the videos I've downloaded of yours I'll make this one as my first recepie as an international student. Loads of love. ❤🔥 Your amazing.
I swear this made up most of my nutrition growing up in a Nigerian home. We were all lean and muscular. That didn’t change until I started college and had to eat at the dorm’s cafe. What on earth do they put in that food?!
As a Nigerian, i fully and wholeheartedly approve this meal.👍✅ Well-done Chef Jack. Next time, dont be afraid to allow it burn a little underneath.... It will give the jollof a smoky flavour ... When it gets burnt a little, try eating the bottom path of the rice😊... You will be in seventh heaven, i can assure you😅. We call it "bottom-pot jollof rice".
I am very proud of you, Chef! Over the past two decades I’ve found that I make jollof at least once a week. You sure you didn’t spy on me because you followed my tried and true method almost to a tee. 😂 I would joyously eat this jollof as you have prepared it. I me ka (well done)! 🇳🇬
What awesome flavours....and fortunately i have all the ingredients, ( was just wondering what to do with all the tomatoes in my fridge 😮) and here i have a fabulous dish.... can't wait to, Dig in 😋😋😋 Thank you Chef Jack 💕💕💕💕
In honour of Declan Rice signing for Arsenal and reuniting with his old mate Eddie Nketiah who used to share his Jollof Rice as a fellow academy player of Declan's.
Jollof. I have never heard this word before. Parchment paper over rice. I have never heard of doing that to retain moisture in rice. I am SO not into the 21st century yet. This meal looks wonderful, Jack.❤
It's a western african rice dish, so many people haven't heard about it. Apparently even Jack was under the wrong impression that it was a Jamaican dish. But it's a great recipe!
@@ChefJackOvens tell 'em chef Jack!! Hahaha! What kind of professional chef doesn't know the origin of his dish! What an insult! Cook on bro! We are still waiting to see u in Ghana.
Looks good! I was tempted to make the Tex Mex Wraps again, because they were amazing, but looks like I'm doing this instead. Also I've got the same plant on the rocks! Mine is half dead though.. don't think it got enough sun lately.
I love you Chef Jack, and this recipe will undoubtedly be tried in the near future, but I can’t help but chuckle every time you say “a tablespoon of oil” lmao you put in at least two to three every time. Keep up with the good recipes though!
The only thing I would have loved you to mention is the fact that rhis is a National dish in a lot of African countries especially Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria
Yes you can. I’m Nigerian btw. We use the jollof base to make different dishes like pasta, couscous. Tips for the pasta: don’t let the water dry up, leave it a little wet.👌🏾
I looove sharing cultures! But I was BEYOND confused hearing for the Jamaican curry powder on an west African dish. I think it was a slip cause this is not the seasoning for curry goat or oxtail… or am I hearing wrong around - edit as I watch, no I’m not I heard it again? It’s a scary slip to make (cause you know…) but this looked like it turned out so well. I’ve started putting your recipes into my own for my weight loss journey.
Very rare for non-West African Chefs to treat Jollof Rice with the cultural respect it deserves. Well done Chef Jack for showcasing this.
It’s an absolute pleasure. I’ll be doing more very soon
Are you based in Australia?
@@ChefJackOvensclassic 💯👋
Well done
@@ChefJackOvensChef Jack blessings brother!!! 🙏🏾
This is an amazing recipe as a Nigerian I am very impressed- you can also add sweet peppers which add a lovely sweetness, you can also grill the red bell peppers and sweet peppers in the oven and you can put foil under the lid to trap heat
As a Nigerian, I approve wholeheartedly. I especially love that you managed the oil use. It's often easy to fall into the trap of using too much oil.
Yes happens so quickly we don’t realize
As a Ghanaian its crazy to see a dish with macros next to it. Nice job, i hope it tastes as good.
As a Nigerian, it is too. But I'm sure Nigerian and Ghanian health/fitness content creators might have done it , I just haven't seen it
As a Ghanaian, I approve this. Well done Chef🔥
Much love! Thank you 🙏
Nigerian jollof >>>>
Sooo happy to see a west African meal with macros as part of your meal prep, looking forward to seeing more African meals from you; I pray this goes viral from your channel🤩😁
Job well done👍🏾👍🏾
Chef, you’ve really outdone yourself here. I tried this recipe today and it’s BY FAR the best meal prep recipe I’ve ever tasted.
Absolutely fantastic. Well done!
I would love to get some more African recipes☺️
Awww great job Jack! This Nigerian girl is happy to see African food showcased on your channel
I would like to thank you for your modest advice on making sure no food remains in the tools and are thrown as waste, hate people doing that... thank you again🙂❤️
I'm Nigerian, when I saw this pop up my instant thought was "bro, don't... don't do it", but actually well done! The only thing I would say is to not shy away from a little bit of charring to occur while frying the onions etc as it gives the whole thing a slightly smoky flavour.
The only thing I was offended by was the constant reference to Jamaican jollof - we all know, deep down, Nigerian jollof is the benchmark.
Appreciate it. I know jollof is Nigerian 🙏 I used a Jamaican spice mix for flavour 🙌
@@ChefJackOvens Haha bro, it's all good - it's just a long running theme of Nigerians, Ghanians, and Jamaicans arguing that their respective jollof is the best. 👍🏾
@@bazil83Jamaican Jollof? Never in my life.
He just used the spice mix.
Jamaican jallof doesn’t exist, jallof is in fact not Nigerian but west African. If we wanna be accurate it’s Senegalese. Also great job jack
@@lacklustersoldier915 Yes, you're very correct, I got carried away, haha.
As a Ghanaian and food/cooking enthusiast, I can only say big ups to you - you nailed it Chef! I like the idea of adding little unsalted butter to the rice to give it flavor. The butter(fat) and chicken(protein) will help reduce the glycemic index/load of the rice with respect to blood sugar spike.
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As a Nigerian, i am impressed with your J-LOVE, Thanks for sharing
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I've never even heard of Jollof but now I think it will be my next meal prep choice, sounds delicious.
What he said
It’s a rice dish from west Africa
Try ground anise and bayleaf next time in your jollof rice. Freaking awesome. My mum taught me using anise, sooo good. I also use it in making bean cake, delicious. ❤
You've outdone yourself Jack, which isn't easy because every video you make is top quality! Can't wait to try this
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It's always good to see west African people who actually know about the food to give their seal of approval.
I loved this channel before, I love it even more now 🥹 a dish from my country 🇳🇬
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I was going to listen to an album when your video popped up, I quickly clicked to watch …. No regrets…. I am proud to be a Nigerian…. Thank you
Well done Chef. Made it with less oil. Perfectly prepared
This is revolutionary, there have been so many times I don't eat my my moms jollof rice because of the amount of oil she uses but this is amazing!!!!
I would've used scotch bonnet over habanero but this looks so good I have to try it this way.
As a Nigerian I feel so proud 😢
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Honestly, I've never had jollof rice before so I don't have anything to reference it to, but I made this recipe last night and it was amazing! I've seen "traditional" jollof recipes online so I'd say it was pretty much spot on in comparison!
Excellent. Having cooked several of your chicken meal prep recipes I'll definitely been adding this one to the freezer. Thanks Chef.
You're using a lot stainless steel pans and pots in ur videos.. Even the mixing bowls. Just reminds me of my mother. ❤wonderful recipes as always. God bless😊
They’re fantastic pans 🙏
Impressed! Instead of slow cook on the stove, put the pot in the oven. There is a difference with stove top vs. oven baked jollof.
I feel like scotch bonnet is essential over the habanero but I know you probs are making the recipe more accessible.
Scotch bonnet and habanero are from the same family with very similar characteristics. Habaneros are a lot easier to get here in Australia without having to go to specialty stores and hunting them down
@@ChefJackOvens figured as much. I feel like scotch bonnets are fruitier.
This looks amazing! Is there a way for me to know the measurements to make for just one dinner instead of meal prep size?
I tried to make jollof rice once and overcooked it, I was so disappointed 😭I’ll have to try again with this recipe!
Hi chef, am from India and soon travellings for higher education. Started seeing your MEAL Prep videos and learnt a lot. I also like to cook, like to CREATE something. And above all the videos I've downloaded of yours I'll make this one as my first recepie as an international student. Loads of love. ❤🔥 Your amazing.
All the best with your travels 🙏🙏
I'm Nigerian, and I approve this recipe
Looks a Top meal mate. Will have a go at it. Thanks for sharingmate
Cheers mate 👌
@@ChefJackOvens 👌
This is spot on and true to the original recipe
I swear this made up most of my nutrition growing up in a Nigerian home. We were all lean and muscular. That didn’t change until I started college and had to eat at the dorm’s cafe. What on earth do they put in that food?!
It looks Beautifully done, yet simple in comparison to any of the other recipes I have looked up. I cant wait to try this for my next meal prep day.
I made this the other day, this dish is filled with so much flavour and absolutely tasty. I was quite impresed for a first try. Nailed it Chef Jack
Jollof rice! 🤗🤗. It's a staple food here in Nigeria. Well done!
Thank you 😋
As a Nigerian, i fully and wholeheartedly approve this meal.👍✅ Well-done Chef Jack. Next time, dont be afraid to allow it burn a little underneath.... It will give the jollof a smoky flavour ... When it gets burnt a little, try eating the bottom path of the rice😊... You will be in seventh heaven, i can assure you😅. We call it "bottom-pot jollof rice".
Love this method!! Well done and I'll definitely attempt to use this technique the next time I make jollof!!
I’m really inspired to finally start cooking agin after watching this, definitely gonna try!!
Great job! 👏🏾 Coming from a Ghanaian I could send this home and pass it off as mine 😂🇬🇭🔥
Haha thank you 🙏
From a Nigerian, lots of respect
This is delightful I can eat this all week
I cooked this today using quinoa instead of rice; so yummy!
Excellent! Very proud of that masterpiece. Well done!
Definitely wanna try this! I thought about having Jollof in the past but had since forgotten, so this was a great reminder! Thank you!
I am very proud of you, Chef! Over the past two decades I’ve found that I make jollof at least once a week. You sure you didn’t spy on me because you followed my tried and true method almost to a tee. 😂 I would joyously eat this jollof as you have prepared it. I me ka (well done)! 🇳🇬
Another top recipe and video Jack. Thanks for sharing (and great to see you nearing the one million subs too) Cheers from AKL, NZL.
What awesome flavours....and fortunately i have all the ingredients, ( was just wondering what to do with all the tomatoes in my fridge 😮) and here i have a fabulous dish.... can't wait to, Dig in 😋😋😋 Thank you Chef Jack 💕💕💕💕
As a Nigerian, i am proud of your recipe. Weldone Chef.🎉
As a Nigerian I approve of this 👏 👌🏾
Thank you!
Nicely done - looks great!
Where do I get the glass food containers u use to put you gorgeous food in please
Luvele, I have a link in the description
In honour of Declan Rice signing for Arsenal and reuniting with his old mate Eddie Nketiah who used to share his Jollof Rice as a fellow academy player of Declan's.
Not quite a done deal yet but let’s hope so 👌👌
@@ChefJackOvens Haha you are a Gooner?
Jollof. I have never heard this word before. Parchment paper over rice. I have never heard of doing that to retain moisture in rice. I am SO not into the 21st century yet. This meal looks wonderful, Jack.❤
It's a western african rice dish, so many people haven't heard about it. Apparently even Jack was under the wrong impression that it was a Jamaican dish.
But it's a great recipe!
I only used a Jamaican curry powder I know the dish isn’t from there 🙏
@@ChefJackOvens tell 'em chef Jack!! Hahaha! What kind of professional chef doesn't know the origin of his dish! What an insult! Cook on bro! We are still waiting to see u in Ghana.
Jollof ain a 21st century thing it dates back to the 14th century
Just wondering what you recommendation is for charring the capsicum if you don’t have a gas job or bbq?
You can place them in the oven or use a blow torch. In the oven they won’t get as dark but will still take on a nice flavour
Nice one thanks Jack. X
I need to try this man! Looks delish! Thanks Jack! 😊
Please do!
Bring back the whisper '10 cracks worth'!!!! Can't wait to make this!
Please enjoy 😊
Awww well done. We Ghanaians love you
Ghana in the house 🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭🇬🇭
Looks good! I was tempted to make the Tex Mex Wraps again, because they were amazing, but looks like I'm doing this instead.
Also I've got the same plant on the rocks! Mine is half dead though.. don't think it got enough sun lately.
Haha. That plant has never been outside or in the window and it thrives with oil being splat on it sitting next to the stovetop 🤔
I love you for this! ❤
I'm subscribing. This is so well made ❤
Wow - I'm impressed! I'm sure that's the Ghanaian version you just made - not biased or anything!!🤣
I love you Chef Jack, and this recipe will undoubtedly be tried in the near future, but I can’t help but chuckle every time you say “a tablespoon of oil” lmao you put in at least two to three every time. Keep up with the good recipes though!
1 tbsp is 20ml In Australia 😉 haha
The only thing I would have loved you to mention is the fact that rhis is a National dish in a lot of African countries especially Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria
As a Ghanaian 🇬🇭, I approve
Lovely recipe
Hello Jack, may I ask the name of the large pan you are using? Thanks :)
Looks good 🙏chicken shawarma and jerk chciken meal preps needed!
Oh yes!
Great recipe be great for a family numbers. Thanks Jack.😊
I’m Ghanaian and this is 100% valid
Can't wait to try this
What's best way to reheat if frozen?
I wonder if I could replace the rice with quinoa. Just need to make sure the liquid ratio is correct for quinoa.
I was fully expecting the recipe to be hacked and butchered, but no! I was wrong. To echo the comments on here, good job, chef. 👏👏
THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!111 Instant favorite! Awesome recipe, Chef!!!!
Thank you 🙏
As a Nigerian, I approve of this recipe all the steps were right down to covering the top of the rice with a parchment paper. Amazing job.
Can I use pasta instead of rice? Super cool recipe btw
Yes you can. I’m Nigerian btw. We use the jollof base to make different dishes like pasta, couscous. Tips for the pasta: don’t let the water dry up, leave it a little wet.👌🏾
Im shocked you made a meal prep of this. Thats my home food!!
Just so you know , we the Ghanaians approve this !!❤
Great for bodybuilding
Definitely
Thoughts on reheating rice? I was always told that was a no-no growing up.
You can reheat rice. Make sure its completely hot
@@ChefJackOvens thanks mate. Keep up the great work, loving the recipes!
This is interesting. Well done.
I make Joloffe rice My kids love it .
You should try making Jerk chicken
Jerk chicken is coming soon 🙏
If you already have the Tex’s Jamaican curry powder how much of that would you put in?
Well done my Ghanaian brother
Goodness me, that looks good.
As a Nigerian, I approve.
Looking at making this but I don’t have a gas hob so how can I do what you did with the peppers?
it's goood but we don't do lemon's
How can i get the same result on the peppers without the gas hob?
It won’t be the exact same but the oven works
Torch it
Looks delicious. How much of a difference does the parchment paper lid make? I've never used one before for making rice.
It traps the heat in so the jollof rice will cook with less water and more steam ❤
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🔥I approve and I’m Nigerian
Very impressive ! Yummy!
So good
Chef Jack clearly hasn’t got a smoke alarm in his kitchen looking at them peppers 😂😂
I do. The extraction fan was running full blast haha
@@ChefJackOvens I’d never be able to turn mine off, it hates even slightly crispy bacon 😂
That looks so good 🤤
We don't have onion powder in my country
Costco sometimes stocks them
It’s called chicken biryani in Indian menus. Same thing exactly.
I looove sharing cultures! But I was BEYOND confused hearing for the Jamaican curry powder on an west African dish. I think it was a slip cause this is not the seasoning for curry goat or oxtail… or am I hearing wrong around - edit as I watch, no I’m not I heard it again? It’s a scary slip to make (cause you know…) but this looked like it turned out so well. I’ve started putting your recipes into my own for my weight loss journey.
Nothing to be confused about. This mixture of spices is the perfect blend for this specific recipe. I didn’t slip up I intended to use it