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National Dish Togo: Pâte Noire (Recipe)
Discover Pâte Noire, a hearty classic from the heart of Togo. This warming dish brings together roasted peanuts, cornmeal and …
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No dish is officially crowned in Togo, yet akoumé comes closest, smooth corn dough for scooping rich, peppery sauces. Begin with our Fufu recipe and work through 52 authentic Togolese recipes.
The Most Famous Togolese Dishes
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Akoumé
Discover Fufu, one of West Africa's most cherished staples and a proud national dish of Togo. This soft, stretchy dough is pounded from starchy roots until it turns smooth and …
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National Dish Togo: Pâte de Maïs (Recipe)
Pâte de Maïs is maize flour cooked into a stiff paste, and it is what most Togolese eat most days. It has no seasoning. The sauce …
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National Dish Togo: Pâte Blanche (Recipe)
Meet Pâte Blanche, the comforting national dish of Togo. This West African staple pairs a soft, dough-like mash of cassava with a …
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National Dish Togo: Okra Salad (Recipe)
Say hello to Salade de Gombo, Togo’s bright and refreshing take on the humble okra. This lively salad brings together crisp …
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National Dish Togo: Millet Couscous (Recipe)
Discover Millet Couscous, one of Togo’s most cherished everyday dishes. This simple, naturally gluten-free recipe brings …
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National Dish Togo: Maffé (Recipe)
Say hello to Maffé, the rich and comforting national dish of Togo. This hearty peanut stew brings together tender chunks of meat, …
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National Dish Togo: Koudbou (Recipe)
Meet Koudbou, a comforting classic from Togo built around a smooth cornmeal porridge that is spooned up with tender vegetables …
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National Dish Togo: Kom (Recipe)
Meet Kom, a comforting staple that sits at the heart of the Togolese table. Made from finely ground maize or millet cooked into a …
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National Dish Togo: Koliko (Recipe)
Koliko is fried yam — thick chips of the white root, crisp outside and floury within, salted and eaten with a hot tomato sauce. It …
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National Dish Togo: Klaklo (Recipe)
Meet Klaklo, a beloved snack from Togo built around sweet, ripe plantains and a handful of warming spices. Simple to make yet full …
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National Dish Togo: Jus de Gingembre (Recipe)
Meet Jus de Gingembre, Togo’s beloved ginger drink and a wonderfully refreshing way to beat the heat. This zingy cooler …
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National Dish Togo: Jus de Bissap (Recipe)
Meet Jus de Bissap, the vibrantly red hibiscus drink that Togo shares with much of West Africa. Steeped from dried hibiscus …
Read more →What is the national dish of Togo?
Togo has no single official national dish, but akoumé is the one most often given that title, smooth corn dough for scooping rich, peppery sauces. A step-by-step recipe is on this page, alongside 51 more authentic Togolese recipes.
What food is Togo famous for?
Togo's most famous dish is akoumé. This page collects 52 authentic Togolese recipes, from everyday classics to festive specialities.