Mauritanian jollof rice secret ingredient list
Every ingredient — quantities included — plus the ChopJollof-original secret that sets Mauritania jollof apart. Printable.
The complete Mauritanian 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 Mauritania.
At a glance
Mauritanian jollof rice secret ingredient list
- 500gLong-grain rice
- 4Fresh tomatoes
- 2Red bell peppers
- 2Scotch bonnet peppers
- 2Onions
- 2 tbspTomato paste
- 2 tspDate palm syrup (dibis)often skipped
Caramelised in the oil before the tomato paste. Date sugar caramelises at a lower temperature — deeper, less acrid base sweetness.
- 100mlVegetable oil
- 2 cubesMaggi seasoning cubes
- 1 tspDried thyme
- 3Bay leaves
- 500mlChicken stock
- 90 secDate palm caramel base — dibis caramelised in oil before tomato paste★ chopjollof secret
Date sugar caramelises at 160°C vs sucrose at 185°C. Deeper, more complex sweetness as the foundation of the tomato base.
Mauritanian jollof rice with chicken — what changes
Mauritanian jollof with chicken: the date palm caramel base pairs exceptionally with chicken — the date sweetness complements chicken fat.
Sourcing ingredients in Mauritania
In Nouakchott, date palm syrup (dibis) is widely available — Mauritania is a major date producer. Long-grain rice is the staple.
Outside Mauritania, 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.
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Frequently asked
What is the secret ingredient in Mauritanian jollof rice?
The ChopJollof-original secret for Mauritania jollof is: Date palm caramel base — dibis caramelised in oil before tomato paste. This is not a commonly published tip — it was developed through repeated testing by ChopJollof's kitchen team.
What are all the ingredients in Mauritanian jollof rice?
The main ingredients are: Long-grain rice, Fresh tomatoes, Red bell peppers, Scotch bonnet peppers, Onions, Tomato paste, Date palm syrup (dibis), Vegetable oil, Maggi seasoning cubes, Dried thyme, Bay leaves, Chicken stock, Date palm caramel base — dibis caramelised in oil before tomato paste.
How do I make Mauritanian jollof rice with chicken?
Mauritanian jollof with chicken: the date palm caramel base pairs exceptionally with chicken — the date sweetness complements chicken fat.
Where can I buy the ingredients for Mauritanian jollof rice in Mauritania?
In Nouakchott, date palm syrup (dibis) is widely available — Mauritania is a major date producer. Long-grain rice is the staple.
Can I print this Mauritanian jollof rice ingredient list as a PDF?
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How many people does this Mauritanian jollof rice recipe serve?
This list is calibrated for 6 servings. Scale all quantities proportionally for larger groups.
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