jollof
nounUK /ˈdʒɒləf/
US /ˈdʒoʊləf/
Jollof is a tasty rice dish cooked with tomatoes and spices.
My aunt made a big pot of jollof for the family dinner.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A style of cooking rice that is popular in West African countries.
Nigerian jollof is famous for its smoky flavor.
3. A dish often served at celebrations and gatherings.
Every birthday party in our town has jollof on the table.
4. A friendly rivalry about which country makes the best version of the dish.
The jollof debate between Ghana and Nigeria never ends.