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Jollo

Jollo is a yummy food that people in some parts of West Africa like to eat. It’s kinda like a stew or soup, but it’s really thick and full of lots of different ingredients, like vegetables, meat, or fish.

To make jollo, people start by cooking up some onions in some oil until they’re soft and kinda see-through. Then they add some garlic, ginger, and other spices to make the jollo taste really good.

After that, they add in whatever veggies they want – maybe some okra, tomatoes, spinach, or peppers. Then they add in some meat or fish, and some broth or water, and let it all cook together until everything is soft and tender.

Finally, they might add some rice or another grain to the pot to make the jollo even more filling and delicious. When it’s all done, you scoop some out into a bowl or onto a plate, and enjoy!