Nigerian chef Hilda Baci has broken the world record for cooking the largest ever pot of jollof rice in Lagos last week. Guinness World Records (GWR) confirmed the achievement on social media, stating that Ms. Baci's concoction of the popular West African dish weighed in at a staggering 8,780 kg. After nine hours of cooking, the effort faced potential jeopardy when the giant pot used to cook the dish broke while being hoisted onto a crane to be weighed, but thankfully, none of the rice was spilled. Ms. Baci celebrated the triumph, thanking her team and supporters: This moment isn't just mine... it belongs to all of us. Despite the massive pot buckling during its weigh-in, evidence was collected from different cameras to send to GWR for official recognition. Baci's recipe included 4,000 kg of rice, 500 cartons of tomato paste, 600 kg of onions, and 168 kg of goat meat, which were all cooked in a specially made pot that can hold 23,000 liters. This massive event not only marked a culinary milestone but also highlighted the cultural significance of jollof rice in Nigeria and beyond.
Nigerian Chef Sets Record with Giant Jollof Rice Dish
Nigerian Chef Sets Record with Giant Jollof Rice Dish
Hilda Baci makes history by cooking the world's largest pot of jollof rice, weighing in at 8,780 kg. The event brought thousands together in celebration of culinary culture.
In a remarkable feat, chef Hilda Baci from Nigeria has broken the Guinness World Record for the largest cooking of jollof rice, with an astonishing total weight of 8,780 kg. The event, held in Lagos, showcased not only Baci's cooking skills but also the rich culinary heritage of Nigeria, as locals gathered to witness the historic attempt. After some last-minute challenges with the cooking pot, Baci successfully secured the record, attributing her achievement to teamwork and unity.
