RECIPE: HOW TO MAKE ATAPBLAOKOTUK FROM EQUATORIAL GUINEA

Atapblaokotuk is a traditional dish from Equatorial Guinea, full of exotic and delicious flavors. Its preparation requires time and patience, but the end result will surely be worth it.

Ingredients of Atapblaokotuk

3 cups of white rice

1 whole chicken, cut into pieces

2 large onions, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 green pepper, chopped

1 red pepper, chopped

2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped

1 carrot, sliced

1 cup of peas

1 teaspoon sweet paprika

1 teaspoon cumin

1 bay leaf

Olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation of Atapblaokotuk step by step

In a large pot, heat some olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.

In the same pot, add a little more olive oil and sauté the onion, garlic, peppers and tomatoes until tender.

Add the carrot, peas, sweet paprika, cumin and bay leaf. Mix well so that all the flavors are integrated.

Add the rice and mix with the rest of the ingredients in the pot. Add enough water to cover everything and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Return the chicken to the pot and cook over medium-low heat until the rice is cooked and the chicken is tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Once ready, remove the bay leaf and serve the Atapblaokotuk hot. Enjoy this delicious Guinean dish!