Côte d'Ivoire Cuisine

Côte d'Ivoire, also known as Ivory Coast, offers a rich and diverse cuisine that reflects

its cultural heritage and the availability of local ingredients. Here are some highlights:

Attieke: This is a staple food made from fermented cassava. It's often served as

a side dish with grilled fish, chicken, or meat stew.

Fufu: Fufu is a popular starchy side dish made from pounded cassava, plantains,

or yams. It's usually served with soups or stews.

Alloco: Fried plantains are a common street food in Côte d'Ivoire. They're often

served with spicy tomato sauce or chili pepper.

Poulet Braisé: Grilled chicken is a favorite dish in Ivorian cuisine. It's marinated

in a spicy sauce before being grilled to perfection.

Kedjenou: This is a traditional Ivorian stew made with chicken, tomatoes,

onions, and chili peppers. It's slow-cooked in a tightly sealed pot with

vegetables and spices.

Poisson Braisé: Grilled fish is another popular dish, especially along the coastal

regions. It's often seasoned with local spices and served with a side of rice or

plantains.

Garba: Garba is a spicy peanut butter sauce often served with rice or fufu. It's

made by simmering peanuts with tomatoes, onions, and spices.

Kedjenou: This is a slow-cooked stew made with chicken, tomatoes, onions, and

chili peppers. It's cooked in a tightly sealed pot with vegetables and spices.

Brochettes: Grilled skewered meat, typically beef or goat, is a common street

food in Côte d'Ivoire. It's often served with spicy sauces.