Author: Sidy Touré
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Base for an Unbeatable Tomato Sauce!
Create a hyper-delicious tomato sauce made entirely from natural, organic spices without cubes, additives, or artificial coloring—just pure flavors from our local ingredients. Estimated Time: Ingredients
White pepper
Djansang (akpi)
Rondelle
Garlic
Fennel Green anise Ginger Celery stalk
Bell pepper core
Bell pepper
Leek Preparation 
Preparing the Aromatics: 
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Potato Stew!
Tender pieces of potatoes simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce, enhanced with spices and fresh ingredients, creating a dish that warms both the heart and the taste buds. Estimated Time:
Preparation: 20 minutes
Cooking: 50 minutes Ingredients 
Potatoes: quantity as needed, peeled and cut into chunks
Chicken pieces: about 500g
Onions: 2,… -
Placali Served with Traditional Sauce!
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Preparation: 30 minutes Cooking: 1 hour Ingredients For the sauce: For the placali: Preparation Sauce Preparation: In a large pot, cook the kplos, snails, adjovan, sliced onions, chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, chili peppers, red palm oil, salt, and the Aromate seasoning cube. 
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Tripe Roast
Discover an authentic and flavorful dish with this tripe roast, rich in taste and texture. Carefully prepared and seasoned tripe is rolled and roasted to perfection, offering a slightly crispy crust with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center. Pair this dish with a spicy sauce, roasted vegetables, or potatoes for a comforting and delicious meal, perfect for…
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Chocolate Tulip
Indulge in the delicacy and elegance of a chocolate tulip. This refined dessert blends visual artistry with delightful flavors: a thin chocolate shell sculpted into a tulip shape, ready to be filled with mousses, creams, fruits, or ice cream to suit your desires. Perfect for impressing guests and adding a unique touch to festive meals…
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Chicken and Fries
Savor the timeless classic, Chicken and Fries—a staple of convivial cuisine. Tender and juicy roasted or fried chicken paired with golden, crispy fries, complemented by a sauce of your choice. A simple, generous, and always irresistible dish, perfect for a family meal or gathering with friends! Ingredients: For the Chicken: For the Salad: Preparation:
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Akloui Porridge with Lemon and Sugar
When you want a true African breakfast, you’ve got to wake up early—otherwise, it quickly turns into lunch
. Ingredients: Preparation: Prepare the akloui paste:Mix the akloui flour with a little water to form a smooth and consistent paste. Cook the porridge:Bring the remaining water to a boil in a saucepan.Pour the akloui… -
Sautéed White Beans
Slowly simmered and then lightly browned in a pan with garlic, onions, and aromatic herbs, these beans are infused with rich, fragrant flavors. This dish can be served on its own, as a side, or paired with vegetables or meat for a complete meal. A true delight that’s quick and healthy! Ingredients: Preparation:
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Zucchini Pasta !
Treat yourself to a simple yet flavorful dish with this zucchini pasta recipe. Tender zucchini slices sautéed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil elevate perfectly cooked al dente pasta. Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan or a touch of cream for extra indulgence. This is the perfect choice for a light, quick meal packed…
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Stone Cake (Kia Kperou)
Hello, hello! Today, let’s head to the Atakora region to discover the delicious traditional dish, Kia Kperou, a stone cake cooked on a hot stone! I discovered this dish in Cobli, and although I’ve forgotten its exact name, I know that among the Bariba, it’s called Kia Kperou. This dish is also enjoyed in the…