Benachin (Gambian Rice with Meat and Vegetables)

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 500 g chicken, beef, or fish, cut into pieces
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 cup chopped vegetables (such as green beans, peas, or corn)
• 2 cups long-grain rice
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste

Ingredients for 7 servings (2 kg) · the original recipeShow how each ingredient was counted

Method

1. 1

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or saucepan over medium heat.

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2. 2

   Add the chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until they become translucent and fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the chicken, beef, or fish to the pot and cook until browned on all sides. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.

4. 4

   Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, thyme, and curry powder. Cook for a few minutes to enhance the flavors.

5. 5

   Add the diced bell peppers, carrot, and other chopped vegetables of your choice. Stir well to combine.

6. 6

   Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain the excess water.

7. 7

   Add the rice to the pot and stir until it is well-coated with the vegetable and meat mixture.

8. 8

   Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Avoid stirring the rice during this time to prevent it from becoming mushy.

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9. 9

   Once the rice is cooked, gently fluff it with a fork.

10. 10

    Taste the benachin and season with salt and pepper according to your preference.

11. 11

    Serve hot as a main course or as a side dish alongside grilled meat or fish.

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