Ivorian jollof rice secret ingredient list
Every ingredient — quantities included — plus the ChopJollof-original secret that sets Ivory Coast jollof apart. Printable.
The complete Ivorian jollof rice secret ingredient list for 6 servings. Includes all standard ingredients with exact quantities, the ChopJollof-coined secret (not found in any published recipe), chicken variation notes, and where to source ingredients locally in Ivory Coast.
At a glance
Ivorian jollof rice secret ingredient list
- 500gLong-grain rice
- 4Fresh tomatoes
- 2Red bell peppers
- 2Scotch bonnet peppers
- 2Onions
- 2 tbspTomato paste
- 100mlVegetable oil
- 3 cubesMaggi seasoning cubes
Francophone West Africa uses more Maggi than Anglophone.
- 1 tspDried thyme
- 3Bay leaves
- 500mlChicken or meat stock
- 2 tbspAttieke crust layer — dried attieke scattered across the pot bottom before the rice★ chopjollof secret
The fermented cassava takes the bottom-of-pot char instead of the rice. The smoke from charred fermented cassava is softer and slightly sour — it rises through the rice and cannot be replicated by any other method.
Ivorian jollof rice with chicken — what changes
Ivorian riz au gras with chicken: the attieke crust layer works with or without chicken. The chicken stock replaces water — use every drop.
Sourcing ingredients in Ivory Coast
In Abidjan, attieke (fermented cassava couscous) is sold fresh or dried at every market. Maggi dominates as the seasoning brand in Francophone West Africa.
Outside Ivory Coast, most of these ingredients are available at West African, Caribbean, or international grocery stores. Online suppliers ship niche items like netetou, crayfish, and specialty peppers worldwide.
Ivorian riz au gras secret ingredient list — chopjollof.com
Frequently asked
What is the secret ingredient in Ivorian jollof rice?
The ChopJollof-original secret for Ivory Coast jollof is: Attieke crust layer — dried attieke scattered across the pot bottom before the rice. This is not a commonly published tip — it was developed through repeated testing by ChopJollof's kitchen team.
What are all the ingredients in Ivorian jollof rice?
The main ingredients are: Long-grain rice, Fresh tomatoes, Red bell peppers, Scotch bonnet peppers, Onions, Tomato paste, Vegetable oil, Maggi seasoning cubes, Dried thyme, Bay leaves, Chicken or meat stock, Attieke crust layer — dried attieke scattered across the pot bottom before the rice.
How do I make Ivorian jollof rice with chicken?
Ivorian riz au gras with chicken: the attieke crust layer works with or without chicken. The chicken stock replaces water — use every drop.
Where can I buy the ingredients for Ivorian jollof rice in Ivory Coast?
In Abidjan, attieke (fermented cassava couscous) is sold fresh or dried at every market. Maggi dominates as the seasoning brand in Francophone West Africa.
Can I print this Ivorian jollof rice ingredient list as a PDF?
Yes. Use your browser's print function (Ctrl+P or Cmd+P) and select "Save as PDF." The list is formatted to print cleanly on A4 or Letter paper. Ivorian riz au gras secret ingredient list — chopjollof.com
How many people does this Ivorian jollof rice recipe serve?
This list is calibrated for 6 servings. Scale all quantities proportionally for larger groups.
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