Cuisine in Equatorial Guinea

Discover signature dishes and food culture of this country

Africa / Central Africa

Signature dishes

Pepper Soup

Spicy soup with seafood base seasoned with chili, ginger, and herbs.

  • Region: Coastal region
  • Main ingredients: White fish, Chili, Ginger, Garlic, Herbs

Bolyoko

Home-cooked dish of chicken simmered in crushed peanuts and tomato sauce.

  • Region: Río Muni
  • Main ingredients: Chicken, Peanuts, Tomato, Onion

Fufu (Cassava Dumpling)

Staple food made by pounding cassava or plantain, paired with various soups.

  • Region: Nationwide
  • Main ingredients: Cassava, Plantain

Sarate de Palmera

Traditional island stew of palm shoots and fish simmered in tomato.

  • Region: Bioko Island
  • Main ingredients: Palm shoots, White fish, Tomato, Spices

Jungle Snake Stew

Traditional stew offering a taste of bushmeat culture.

  • Region: Inland region
  • Main ingredients: Snake meat, Tomato, Spices

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