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    What is the secret to making jollof rice?
    Hema Agwu
    Nigerian Chef
    Hema Agwu, known as “The Suya Guy,” is a Nigerian Chef and the Co-Founder of Brooklyn Suya. A self-taught chef, he specializes in creating the perfect suya, a traditional Nigerian spice blend. Chef Agwu expanded his palette with flavors from Morocco, Eritrea, and the U.S. Over his career, he’s been featured in several publications and on The Cooking Channel’s The Spice of Life.
    Nigerian Chef
    Expert Answer
    You need to use a special pot that can burn a little bit on the bottom. You want your dish to have a smoky flavor, and that comes from the burning at the bottom of the pot.
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    What is Scotch bonnet?
    Community Answer
    Scotch bonnet is a type of Caribbean pepper. They are hot so, take caution!
  • Question
    How do I make fried rice?
    Community Answer
    Check out the article on How to Make Fried Rice .
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    Can I add carrots and cabbage?
    Community Answer
    Feel free to add carrot, but I would advise you not to add cabbage during the cooking process. You can add it afterwards when serving.
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    When you make jollof rice, how many Maggi do we add to 2 or 3 cups of rice?
    Federa
    Community Answer
    This is difficult to say as people have different salt tolerance levels. With two cups of rice however, 4 single cubed Maggi and no addition of actual salt should work.
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    Can I add Scotch bonnet?
    Federa
    Community Answer
    Yes, you are welcome to use a pepper that is more or less spicy (hot).
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