Your Jollof Rice Should Not Be Swimming in Oil: Why Moderation Matters

Have you noticed how some pots of jollof or fried rice end up with a thick layer of oil at the bottom? Oil should add flavour and help the food cook well, but it should not become the main ingredient. Using too much oil too often can add unnecessary fat and calories to meals. A consistently high-fat diet may also contribute to health problems, including fatty liver disease, especially when combined with little exercise and other unhealthy eating habits. This is not a call to stop using oil completely. The key is moderation. Measure your oil, use non-stick cookware where possible, and let the spices, vegetables and protein give your food flavour instead of relying on excess oil. The next time you cook jollof rice, fried rice or coconut rice, reduce the extra splash of oil. Your food can still taste great without swimming in it.

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