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Amiwô

Traditional dish from Benin

Must Try Street Food

About Amiwô

Beninese porridge

Amiwo is a traditional dish in Benin, consisting of a savory pudding made from spices, cornflour and tomato paste, cooking oil or more traditionally palm oil. It is often served as a side with fried or grilled chicken or fish and a fresh tomato and onion relish. It literally translates to fat pudding.

Components

  • onion
  • garlic
  • palm oil
  • maize flour
  • tomato paste

Dietary Information

✓ Popular street food
✓ Must-try when visiting Benin
Traditional Benin cuisine

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