In Paris, Beninese food is not easy to find. But fortunately, we have discovered the Chachenga food truck that travels around the city to let people taste the country's specialties. Run by Bakus, the chef, his spouse Wassia, who is also a dietitian, and his brother Dona, a gourmet... Chachanga is what we can call a family affair. This beautiful team behind the stoves warmly welcomes you as the delicious scents of spiced and grilled meats fill the air. "Tchatchanga is a spice that comes from Benin, it is very, very spicy and loved by Beninese people. We add it to grilled meat and it gives it a unique taste that you can't find anywhere else. In fact, the first thing we do when we arrive in Cotonou (the largest city in Benin), is rush to eat it!" Bakus tells us with a smile on his face. And he adds, "The joy of cooking and sharing our Beninese culture through food is what makes Chachanga so special. We want everyone to experience the flavors and love that go into every dish we serve." So, if you're in Paris and craving a taste of Benin, make sure to track down the Chachenga food truck and indulge in a culinary adventure like no other. Bon appétit!I have developed my version of the Chachenga spice for nearly 3 years for an authentic taste. I offer it strong for those who like bold dishes or milder for those less accustomed.
And he has finally made this little Proustian madeleine from Benin his business. However, the recipe is not simple: few can master it as well as the authentic cotonoise. It should be noted that Bakus and his brother have not made the task easier, as perfectionists as they are, they have opted for cooking the braised meat on volcanic stone. "It is indeed less harmful to health and it is a good way to preserve the taste of the meat," explains the chef, for whom serving a plate full of flavors to his customers is a mission of utmost importance.Flavors, but also quality. For the Chachenga team, there's no question of going for low-end. The meat must be exceptional, without nerves, juicy and above all organic, from sustainable agriculture and short circuit. After 3 years of research, Bakus, Wassia and Dona have finally found the ideal craftsman: a butcher who works directly with farmers to offer halal meat that is noble and tasty. In a bowl, they accompany them with cubes of sweet potatoes, slices of plantain bananas and carrot tagliatelle, all carefully prepared, peeled and cut by their magical little hands.
And if lamb or beef are the stars of Chachenga's menu, the team of chefs has also thought about the veggies. It is Wassia, a nutritionist who believes in balanced eating, who has added a mouth-watering dish to the menu, mixing seasonal vegetables, tubers, and chickpeas: believe it or not, you'll almost feel the taste of a tender chicken.
As you may have understood, it only took three bites to fall in love with Chachenga's cuisine. And since you can't wait to (re)discover it, the food truck with 1,001 delights invites you every Thursday to the MK2 Bibliothèque François Mitterrand in the 13th arrondissement and every Friday in the 19th arrondissement, and then in the 17th. Shall we go on a tour of Paris?
[Image description: A picture of a delicious dish from Chachenga]
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