Ceebu Jen (Rice and Fish) Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups of rice
- 2 lbs of fish (preferably sea bass or red snapper)
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 scotch bonnet pepper, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 4 cups of water
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large pot with lid
- Wooden spoon

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Rinse the rice in cold water and set aside.
2. Clean and scale the fish, then cut it into large pieces.
3. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
4. Add the onions, garlic, and scotch bonnet pepper to the pot and sauté until the onions are translucent.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, fish sauce, and carrots to the pot and stir well.
6. Add the fish to the pot and stir gently to coat it with the sauce.
7. Add the rice to the pot and stir well to combine with the sauce and fish.
8. Add the water to the pot and stir gently to ensure the rice is evenly distributed.
9. Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.
10. Cook for 30-40 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the fish is tender.
11. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 40 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for sautéing, low heat for cooking
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Protein: 25g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any firm white fish can be used instead of sea bass or red snapper.
- Habanero pepper can be used instead of scotch bonnet pepper.
- Chicken or beef can be used instead of fish.

Variations:
- Add vegetables such as eggplant, okra, or cabbage to the pot.
- Use coconut milk instead of water for a creamier texture.
- Add spices such as cumin, coriander, or turmeric for extra flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch.
- Use a wooden spoon to stir the pot to avoid breaking the fish.
- Add more water if needed during cooking to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a large bowl with the fish on top of the rice.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.

Suggested side dishes:
- Steamed broccoli
- Roasted sweet potatoes
- Green salad with vinaigrette dressing

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is still hard after cooking, add more water and continue cooking until fully cooked.
- If the fish falls apart during cooking, remove it from the pot and set aside until the rice is fully cooked.

Food safety advice:
- Ensure the fish is fully cooked before serving.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
- Ceebu Jen is a traditional dish from Senegal, West Africa.

Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly spicy, and aromatic.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.

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Region: Senegalese

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Tangy, Herbal, Fishy