Unique selling point: known to be ‘fool proof’ as it holds up well, even when overcooked. Also perfect for cooking larger quantities, or for one-pot dishes. Common spices used in jollof rice include onion, garlic, ginger, thyme, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, paprika and curry powder. The spice blend can vary based on regional variations and personal preference. What type of rice is used for jollof? Usage: perfect for a healthier option in a range of global cuisines and dishes such as salads, buddha bowls or soups Rice fact: Due to its great heating attributes, easy cook grains is often used in the catering industry. Don’t be fooled, this takes longer to cook than other rice varieties

Rice MLK: produced by the softening of rice, typically in bulk, followed by the process of homogenisation so that the rice MLK product doesn’t split. From this point, additional ingredients are added to deliver the final product I give the microwave another go, swapping the pan for a plastic container, and dutifully watching it spin for 5 minutes. It doesn't boil over this time – although only because I've cheated it of the water to do so – but it doesn't seem quite as fluffy as the steamed or simmered stuff. The finger method

At this point, we’re sure it’s come to light rice is a versatile ingredient that is consumed across the world, bringing families and friends together over breakfast, lunch and dinner dishes. Rice offers even more flexibility with a range of co-products that can be produced from it: Jollof rice can be a healthy dish when prepared with nutritious ingredients such as vegetables and lean protein. However, the overall healthiness may vary depending on the specific recipe and cooking methods used. It’s important to moderate the use of oil, salt, and high-calorie additions for a healthier version. What to serve with jollof rice?

Heat a large pan with a lid over a medium-high heat with a little olive oil. Tip in your cubes of halloumi and fry for a few minutes until the cubes are golden on all sides. Remove all the halloumi from the pan and set aside until later. Properly stored in a sealed container, jollof rice can be kept in the fridge for up 2 days. Make sure to refrigerate it promptly after cooking and cooling to maintain its freshness. How to fix salty jollof rice?Location: can only grow in specific regions of India and Pakistan (protected by the Basmati Code of Practice) Tilda Easy Cook Basmati is lightly parboiled hence the slightly opaque / creamy colour. During the parboiling process, the grains are lightly parboiled whilst the husk and bran layer is still intact (before milling) . This rice grain yields great results (60g dry = 200g cooked). The robust, slightly firmer texture of the grains make them perfect for one-pot dishes