Ceebu Jën (Rice and Fish)
Ceebu Jën is one of Senegal’s classic dishes. There are dozens of possible variations; use this recipe as a starting point and put in whatever you […]
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Jollof Rice
One often hears that Jollof Rice (or Jolof Rice, Djolof Rice) is a Nigerian dish; indeed it is often made by Nigerians. However, it has its origins among the […]
Read moreRiz Senegalais (Senegalese Rice)
Senegalese Rice is a slightly simplified version of Ceebu Jën, with an English name. In Senegal, there can be new variation of this fish and rice dish […]
Read morePoulet Yassa
A traditional chicken dish from the Casamance region of Senegal, Poulet Yassa (Chicken Yassa), is one of the most famous African recipes and is found in Senegalese restaurants the […]
Read moreMulet Farci à la Saint-Louisienne
Saint-Louis, Senegal, is famous for this dish: Mulet Farci à la Saint-Louisienne — Saint-Louis Stuffed Mullet (also called Dem à la Saint-Louisienne, Mulet Farci, Dem Farci, or Poisson Farci): Mullet stuffed with onions, […]
Read morePastels aux Poisson
Pastels aux Poisson (Pastels, Beignets de Poisson, or Fish pies) are fish turnovers, i.e., crusts of pastry with fish stuffing. Pastels are usually fried, but can also be […]
Read morePoisson Yassa (Fish Yassa)
This traditional Senegalese recipe, basically a lemon-onion-mustard marinade and sauce, is used for Poulet Yassa, mutton, and fish (poisson): Poisson Yassa. It would take an ichthyologist to […]
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