1. Djerma Rice
A savory rice dish cooked with onions, tomatoes, and spices, often served with a side of grilled meat or fish.
2. Tchakalaka
A spicy vegetable relish made with onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, and chili peppers, typically served with bread or couscous.
3. Fulani Soup
A hearty soup made with beef or mutton, potatoes, carrots, and spinach, flavored with ginger, garlic, and cumin.
4. Yassa Chicken
Marinated chicken grilled or fried and served with a tangy sauce made with onions, lemon juice, and mustard.
5. Koki Beans
A steamed bean cake made with black-eyed peas, onions, and spices, often eaten as a snack or side dish.
6. Bouille
A creamy porridge made with cornmeal, milk, and sugar, flavored with vanilla and cinnamon.
7. Kuli-Kuli
Deep-fried peanut fritters seasoned with spices, often eaten as a snack or appetizer.
8. Zarma Meatballs
Spicy meatballs made with beef or mutton, onions, and chili peppers, often served with a side of rice or couscous.
9. Maafe
A peanut-based stew made with beef or chicken, sweet potatoes, and okra, often served with a side of rice.
10. Foufou
A starchy side dish made with cassava or yams, pounded into a dough-like consistency and served with a variety of sauces.