Angola - Swordfish Kebabs with Green Rice



 
Angola is officially known as 
The Republic of Angola. Situated in  Southern Africa the cuisine of Angola has a strong Portuguese influence due to centuries of colonisation.

Our Menu included
Swordfish Kebabs 
with 
Green Rice 



SWORDFISH KEBABS

INGREDIENTS
·      1kg (2 lbs) swordfish steaks, cut into large cubes
·      3 tablespoons olive oil
·      1/2 lemons, juice of
·      1 clove garlic, crushed
·      1 teaspoon paprika
·      6 tomatoes, quartered
·      4 small onions, cut into wedges
·      salt & freshly ground black pepper

METHOD:
1.     Place fish in a large dish.
2.     Blend together the oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika and seasonings in a small bowl.
3.     Pour over the fish.
4.     Cover loosely with clear film and leave in a cool place to marinate for up to 2 hours.
5.     Thread the fish cubes onto skewers, alternating with pieces of tomato and onion.
6.     Grill the kebabs for 7 to 10 minutes, basting frequently with the remaining marinade and turning occasionally.

I found the swordfish recipe at:http://www.food.com/recipe/swordfish-kebabs-61667


ARROZ VERDE (GREEN RICE) 

INGREDIENTS:
·      2 tbsp olive oil
·      400ml white rice
·      1 large onion, minced
·      1 medium green bell pepper, de-seeded and finely chopped
·      3 garlic cloves, minced
·      50g chopped coriander leaves
·      1 tsp salt
·      1/4 tsp pepper
·      800ml vegetable stock

METHOD:
1.     Heat the olive oil in a large pot that has a lid that fits well
2.     Add the rice and stir to make sure every grain is coated with oil.
3.     Then add the onion, green bell pepper, garlic and coriander. 

4.     Season with salt and pepper then stir to mix thoroughly and cook until the onions are translucent.
5.     Add the stock, stir to mix and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce to a lowest heat and cook for 10 minutes
6.     Turn heat off & let rice steam for a further 10 mins. Do not remove lid until ready to serve.

 I found the original recipe for the rice dish at 

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