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Cuisine de Benin

Africa · Western Africa

30 recettes

Plats signature de Benin

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Gbekui

Gbekui is a unique and flavorful vegetable dish from Benin, often prepared with a variety of local greens and seasoned to perfection. It showcases the resourceful use of vegetables in Beninese cuisine and is typically served as a side dish or a light meal.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Ago Glain

Ago Glain is a flavorful Beninese crab stew, originating from the Fon people. It features tender crab meat cooked in a rich sauce made with tomatoes, onions, peanut butter, and a hint of chili, often served with rice.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Poulet Tchon Tchon

A flavorful Beninese chicken dish featuring a rich sauce made with fermented palm pulp (tchon tchon), onions, tomatoes, and spices. It's often served with rice or fufu.

Benin·Hard·1 hour 30 minutes

Igname Pilée avec Sauce Poivron Tomate

A hearty dish of pounded yam served with a vibrant and slightly spicy tomato and bell pepper sauce, often with added fish or meat.

Benin·Medium·40 minutes

Akara

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these savory fritters are made from blended black-eyed peas, onions, and chili. They are a popular street food and appetizer, often served with a spicy sauce.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Poulet à la Noix de Palme

A rich and flavorful chicken stew made with palm nut cream, a staple in Beninese cuisine. This dish is known for its deep, savory taste and aromatic spices.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Poulet à la Moelle

A rich and savory chicken dish where chicken pieces are simmered in a flavorful sauce made with bone marrow, tomatoes, onions, and spices. It's a hearty and traditional Beninese preparation, often served with rice or fufu.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Poulet à la Moelle Béninoise

A rich and flavorful chicken dish where chicken pieces are simmered in a savory sauce enriched with bone marrow, creating a deeply satisfying and tender meal. This dish highlights the use of local ingredients and traditional cooking methods.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Moin Moin

Moin Moin is a savory steamed pudding made from ground black-eyed peas, seasoned with onions, peppers, and other aromatics. It's a versatile dish often served as a side or a light meal, showcasing the use of legumes in Beninese cuisine.

Benin·Hard·1 hour 30 minutes

Wassa Wassa

Wassa Wassa is a traditional Beninese dish, particularly popular in the northern and central regions. It's a type of couscous made from yam flour, often served with a flavorful sauce, typically featuring fish or chicken. The preparation involves a meticulous process of forming granules and steaming, making it a labor of love, often prepared by local vendors.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Gboma Dessi

Gboma Dessi is a flavorful and hearty stew featuring tender chicken and wilted spinach in a rich, spiced tomato-based sauce. It's a comforting dish that highlights the use of fresh greens and aromatic spices common in Beninese cuisine.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Poulet Yassa Béninois

A flavorful and tangy dish featuring chicken marinated in lemon, mustard, and onions, then simmered to perfection. While originating in Senegal, Poulet Yassa is widely enjoyed in Benin, showcasing the interconnectedness of West African cuisines.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Poulet Bicyclette

Poulet Bicyclette, meaning 'Bicycle Chicken,' is a popular dish in Benin and Togo, known for its flavorful and tender chicken. The name likely comes from the active lifestyle of free-range chickens that roam freely, resembling a bicycle in their movement. This dish typically involves marinating chicken pieces in a blend of spices, then grilling or roasting them to perfection. It's often served with a side of vegetables and sometimes rice or potatoes.

Benin·Medium·45 minutes

Djenkoume

Djenkoume are savory cornmeal cakes, often served as a side dish or accompaniment to stews and sauces. They are made from cornmeal cooked in a flavorful tomato and onion base, seasoned with spices, and can be formed into cakes or served as a thick porridge.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Poisson Braisé à la Sauce Arachide

Grilled or baked fish served with a rich and savory peanut sauce. This dish combines the smoky flavor of grilled fish with the creamy, nutty goodness of the sauce.

Benin·Medium·55 minutes

Poisson Braisé à la Mode de Porto-Novo

A flavorful grilled or baked fish dish, inspired by the coastal city of Porto-Novo. This recipe features a marinade of spices, herbs, and often a touch of tomato and onion, resulting in a tender and aromatic fish.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Poulet DG

A popular dish in Benin, 'Poulet DG' translates to 'Director's Chicken' and features chicken pieces stir-fried with vegetables and a savory sauce, often served with fried plantains.

Benin·Medium·1 hour

Gbo Kpete

A unique and flavorful sauce from the Zou and southern regions of Benin, traditionally made with mutton blood, spices, and other ingredients. It's a rich, savory dish often served with akassa or eba.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Dakouin

Dakouin is a traditional Beninese fish dish, particularly popular along the coast. It features pan-fried tilapia marinated with aromatic spices, served with a rich tomato-based sauce and a base of roasted cassava flour (gari).

Benin·Medium·55 minutes

Poisson Braisé avec Sauce Tomate Épicée

Whole fish, typically grilled or baked until tender and slightly smoky, served with a vibrant and spicy tomato-based sauce.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Pâte de Maïs avec Sauce aux Arachides

A staple dish in Benin, Pâte de Maïs is a dense cornmeal paste often served with a rich and flavorful peanut sauce. This combination is hearty, satisfying, and a cornerstone of Beninese cuisine.

Benin·Easy·35 minutes

Igname Frit avec Sauce Tomate Poivrée

Crispy fried yam pieces served with a vibrant and spicy tomato-pepper sauce, a popular street food and appetizer.

Benin·Medium·1 hour

Amiwo with Peanut Sauce

Amiwo is a staple Beninese dish made from cornmeal, often served with a rich and savory peanut sauce. This combination is a cornerstone of Beninese cuisine, offering a hearty and flavorful meal.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Poulet à la Vielle

A flavorful Beninese chicken stew, often prepared with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices, simmered to tender perfection.

Benin·Medium·2 hours

Saka Saka with Fish

A traditional Beninese dish made from pounded cassava leaves, often cooked with fish and palm oil, offering a rich and earthy flavor.

Benin·Easy·45 minutes

Agoun Goun

Agoun Goun is a traditional Beninese dish made from small dried fish (often sardines or anchovies) stewed with tomatoes, onions, peppers, and palm oil. It's a flavorful and protein-rich dish, typically served with rice or yam.

Benin·Medium·45 minutes

Gari Foto

Gari Foto is a popular West African dish made from gari (a fermented and dried cassava product) mixed with a flavorful tomato-based stew. This Beninese version often includes eggs and can be seasoned with various spices.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Poulet et Tilapia en Sauce Arachide

A rich and flavorful dish combining tender chicken and flaky tilapia simmered in a savory peanut sauce, often served with rice or fufu.

Benin·Medium·50 minutes

Moyo de Poulet Fumé

Moyo de Poulet Fumé is a traditional Beninese dish featuring smoked chicken simmered in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce with aromatic spices. It's a flavorful and hearty meal, often served with rice or yams.

Benin·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Poulet et Tilapia en Sauce Gombo

A flavorful dish combining chicken and tilapia in a rich okra-based sauce, often served with rice or fufu.

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