Panama


Drop your phonograph needle on track 3 of Van Halen's 1984 album for this one (although I personally prefer the song that precedes it).

Chicken marinated in red wine, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce, browned in annatto oil, then braised in tomato sauce, red bell pepper, and olives. Finished with capers and topped with a masa harina crust. I didn't get the masa in an even layer, otherwise perfection. And Tamal de Olla is gluten free!

10/20/20

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