Jollof Wheatberry Pilaf
This Jollof Pilaf is a variation of the classic African Joloff Rice. This whole grain variation is a delicious vegetarian and also vegan one pot meal that's perfect for #MeatlessMonday
Servings: 4
Calories: 378kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup wheatberries
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 thinly sliced onion
- 2 finely chopped garlic cloves
- 1 finely chopped Scotch Bonnet pepper/habanero
- 15.25 oz. can kidney beans
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups spinach leaves
- sprigs of fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil wheatberries in a pot of boiling water until tender, 30-45 minutes.
- Drain and set aside
- In a large skillet, heat oil.
- Add onions and saute until they start to caramelize.
- Add garlic and scotch bonnet. Saute for 1 minute.
- Add tomatoes, beans, thyme and cumin. Simmer for a few minutes.
- Add spinach and cook until they wilt, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked wheat berries and salt. Stir to combine and simmer for a few minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 463mg | Potassium: 866mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 3104IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 138mg | Iron: 6mg
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