COPPER🇧🇯 Benin
Pâte recipe
Savor the rich flavors of Benin with this hearty dish.
Ingredients
- 400 g corn flour
- 800 ml water
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 300 g sauce
How to make Pâte
- In a large pot, boil 800 ml of water and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
- Gradually add 200 g of corn flour while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Cook on low heat for 15 minutes, stirring until it thickens and becomes smooth.
- Once thickened, remove the mixture from heat and shape it into balls or flat discs.
- Allow the pâte to cool slightly at room temperature before serving.
- Serve warm with sauce on the side.
What is Pâte?
Pâte is a traditional dish from Benin. It takes about 60 minutes to prepare, is considered medium to make at home, and uses 5 ingredients.
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