Ndolé

Even in the eyes of travelers from other areas of the world, Ndole is at the top of the list when it comes to Cameroonian celebration foods. This is one of the things about Cameroon you should know before travelling. The traditional food of the people of Cameroon's Littoral Region is ndole. Despite the fact that this cuisine originated with a single tribe, it has since become Cameroon's national dish. Ndole has found its way beyond Cameroon's national borders and into international cuisine as one of the country's culinary specialities.

Ndolé is a typical Cameroonian meal prepared by the Duala people of one of Cameroon's coastal areas. It's a peanut-based stew with ndolé leaves (also known as bitter leaves), meat, and spices. The dish is served with plantain or miondo (a starchy mixture of crushed cassava wrapped in banana leaves).

It's a cuisine that exemplifies and celebrates the country's commitment to embrace and share its diversity in a way that brings people together. That is what distinguishes Cameroonian cuisine. Ndole has a creamy peanut flavor with a faint bitter aftertaste from the bitter leaves after just one bite. This mouthwatering flavor will leave you wanting more. Without a doubt, Ndole is a popular dish around the world.

Ndolé is Cameroon's most popular dish. It's present at almost all weddings and banquets. When travelers are asked what they enjoyed the best about their visit to Cameroon, they consistently mention this dish.