National Dish Recipes: Every National Dish Recipe

Benin

National Dish Benin: Lanmoumou (Recipe)

Meet Lanmoumou, a wonderfully fragrant okra and fish dish that shows off the culinary richness of Benin. Tender pods are simmered …

Benin

Meet Kuli-Kuli, the crunchy roasted-peanut snack that West Africa has been nibbling on for generations. Made from little more than …

Benin

Meet Kpanman, a warming West African stew that turns a handful of everyday ingredients into something memorable. Tender pieces of …

Benin

Discover Koffi, the fragrant spiced coffee that captures the warmth and hospitality of Benin. Freshly brewed coffee is layered …

Benin

Meet Klaklo, a wonderfully simple little maize cake from Benin that proves you rarely need more than three ingredients to make …

Benin

Discover Kédjénou, the slow-cooked chicken stew that sits at the heart of festive cooking in Benin. Tender pieces of chicken …

Benin

Meet Hankpete, a steamed maize speciality that sits right at the heart of Benin’s home cooking. Soft, gently savoury and …

Benin

Discover Gnamankoudji, a warming Beninese speciality built around the deep, nutty richness of peanut butter. Sweet peppers, …

Benin

Discover Gboman Sauce, the national dish of Benin and a wonderful introduction to West African cooking. Built around creamy …

Benin

Discover Gboman, a warming West African classic that brings together tender yam and a rich, spiced peanut sauce. It is honest, …

Benin

Discover Gboma Dessi, a warming West African stew that sits right at the heart of Benin’s home cooking. Fresh garden …

Benin

Meet Gbo Kpete, the national dish of Benin and a wonderful introduction to the cooking of West Africa. Built around cassava — the …