Benin Culture Cuisine
In southern Benin cuisine, the most common ingredient is corn. Fish and chicken are the most common meats used in southern Beninese cuisine. Beef, goat, and bush rat are also eaten. The main food in northern Benin is yams. The northern provinces use beef and pork meat which is fried in palm or peanut oil or cooked in sauces. Cheese is used in some dishes. Wikia Recipes Wiki. Accessed June 2011.