Ofada rice is a popular Nigerian rice variety. It is also called Unpolished rice as it is rice in it\u2019s natural state and without genetic modification. It is very healthy and much more healthier than white rice and is identified as Brown rice.<\/p>\n
Ofada rice is notorious for its dirtiness and stone contents though the quality has improved tremendously in recent times, now they are sold in small packets and they don\u2019t contain as much dirt as before. Ofada Rice served with\u00a0Ofada Stew\/Ayamase\u00a0is extremely popular at Nigerian parties and homes.<\/p>\n
2 Cups Ofada Rice<\/p>\n
Water<\/p>\n
Pick the stones and dirt from the Ofada rice. Do this carefully as Ofada rice is known to be very dirty and full of stones\u2026.<\/p>\n
Pour the rice into a bowl, wash repeatedly, see how dirty the water looks\u2026.<\/p>\n
Rinse till the water runs clean\u2026<\/p>\n
Now, add 4 Cups of water, allow to cook on low to medium heat for 12 minutes\u2026<\/p>\n
Do not cover the pot throughout!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n Take the rice off the heat and rinse out the starch till water runs clean\u2026<\/p>\n Add 1 cup of water and cook till soft.\u00a0You\u2019ll need to check on it every now and then to prevent burning or sogginess.\u00a0When it\u2019s soft, take it off the heat and if you end up with liquid after the rice is fully cooked, drain in a colander\u2026<\/p>\n Enjoy with Ofada Stew\/ Ayamase\u2026<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Ofada rice is a popular Nigerian rice variety. 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