Andy Learns How to Cook Senegalese Food | Bon Appétit
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- Andy Baraghani is basically starting from scratch with it comes to Senegalese food -- it's not a cuisine he is very familiar with. Join Andy on yet another culinary exploration as he learns how to make four traditional Senegalese dishes under the guidance of Pierre Thiam, the co-founder and executive chef at Teranga.
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I love how respectful the BA team are when they meet other chefs. Some TV/TH-cam cooks come across as incredibly obnoxious. Bravo Andy for setting such a considerate and appreciative tone when learning about another cultures cuisine.
I know. They don't go all in and boisterous saying...'I like to do this or I think we should do this' they always follow the lead of their host humbly and ready to learn new things.
Well these aren't TH-cam cooks, they're professional chefs
@@hazelnutspred3348 I'm aware. There are many chefs on TH-cam that do not show the same level of respect as this team. That's my point.
My favorite part is that Pierre looks really pleased when Andy nails what the dish and the ingredients is about. It's nice to see creators vibe this way.
i love that too, he lets them talk doesnt make fun of any of their accents and he comes with some knowledge too. Genuinely listening, wanting to learn.
I’m so glad he addresses sustainable palm oil! 👏
Absolutely. Mindfulness. Sustainability.
@@JB-os6nk His company is Yolélé Foods, the mention it when they first cook the fonio. They have a website, it seems you can only buy the fonio and it's on amazon.
@@Virginiafox21 amazon is not sustainable..do not use amazon
Big same. I cringed when I saw the palm oil, but was pleasantly surprised to hear that it was ethically sourced. Didn't even know that was an option.
@@MagiciteHeart Sustainable red palm oil is popular of course in the African diaspora, but also to those in the know. Big tip: it stains big time (much like curry)! Hope it doesn't get too popular now lol 😅
Andy speaking french, Vietnamese food in relation to French food, Palm seed oil issue addressed and made aware, A+ video well done. Much respect to Pierre Thiam and his knowledge.
As a south east asian, i feel slightly insulted.
@@aliak530i it's factually true that the palm oil industry in SE Asia is hurting the environment. you should feel insulted that your government is doing nothing to make it more sustainable and keeps doing it for profit.
@@aliak530i ??? What are you insulted by?
I love these episodes where you show other chefs and different cultures!
ive never known i wanted senegalese food until now
Roy African food is sensational. See if there are Ethiopian, Senegalese, or Somali spots around you!
I've been sure I'd like to try a good rendition of everybody's food.
get a random country and search its food. it will ALWAYS have something amazing in store for you
Roy literally just had this thought lol
Gotta buy some limes tomorrow...
this channel just keeps getting better and better!
It's almost like it's fermenting.
agreed!
Stgm noice
"Dinner Talks with Andy"
Then at the end he tries to cook some of it.
LOL
"a strong emphasis on fermentation"
Brad enters the chat
thought the exact same thing!!
And the "It's alive" theme song starts playing
Jon Carlo Soriano I was waiting for this comment
I knew this would be in the comments. Haha
and dehydrated!
This guy is amazing. You can see how happy Andy is to be listening.
I'm really glad a grain like fonio is being shown to a larger audience because it sounds so sustainable and nutritious.
I definitely want to try it and will have to keep an eye out for it.
It also looks absolutely delicious and filling too!
11:49 THANK YOU for addressing the sustainability issue with palm oil.
I love how big a deal Pierre makes about sustainable farming. More people should focus on that.
@@GuyNamedSean yes more should. And eating seasonally as much as possible and of course not buying stuff like nutella which is more than 50% palm oil
Happy to see my culture highlighted ! Great job Bon appétit!
Maimouna Diallo hello
Yes!
I'm curious as to how to say your name. Does it follow French pronunciation?
Salam aleykum sis!
Food unifies us all. I'm happy BA does these food adventures to show what food is like around the world.
I LOVE Pierre. He is so incredibly knowledgable and the food looks sooo good!
Me too!
He has such a calm and elegant presence, it would probably be great to be his student
"We have this belief that the guest, the person comes to your house is someone who brings you some blessings and you receive the blessings by offering something that you have, and usually the best thing you have is the food..."
- Pierre Thiam
When Andy started speaking French my heart fluttered
Andy is adorable.
He's precious
I KNOW RIGHT!!!!!! He’s so adorable
Right? I was amazed.
J.
Hi hj
14:17 "its okay ,its okay"
im gonna cry ,Hamidou is so cute🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺
I need a Hamidou in my life telling me it's okay
@@Blorbobaggins im not Hamidou but it'll be okay, you'll be okay ✊😔
And when he praised Andy's peanut sauce and Andy was so chuffed 😊
I love how open all the BA chefs are to learning new things and how intelligently they can speak about new flavors & tastes. You can see Andys excitement to learn, Pierre was also a great teach. Great episode.
they are pros that's why. How may optimal burgers can you cook...
Pierre has such a warm, comforting presence about him.
I have loved Pierre since he was in the Senegal episode of Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain which happens to be my favorite episode of the whole show. I'm so happy to see more diverse cuisines being represented at the BATK!
I smiled for 25 minutes. It’s lovely watching and learning about different cultures in food, and seeing my West African people represented so beautifully. Thank you BA.
That said, Nigeria has the best jollof.
PREACH
No debate....let me bring out my beef n boiled tomatoes frm my fridge...issa jollof something tomorrow...y all r invited
@@tracyumoffa5387 I'll take a plate! lol
@@Fudgeey no problem
haha
The way Andy’s face beams with pride at 14:55 when Hamidou says “That is beautiful” 😂
This is so cool! I just saw a comment the other day saying that Bon Appetit should explore more african cuisine. I hope this turns into a series!
It is a series just not focused on African cuisine. They are trying out many things. Andy and Christina both did prior videos.
If you’re wondering, I checked and Yolele fonio is for sale on amazon!
Thanks! Now what I need is the recipe for the peanut, greens, moringa sauce!
Thank you, I was searching the comments for info!
any other place other than amazon stock it? not interested in giving the dog jeff bezos any money
@@eggpassion Unfortunately stuff like this is usually only available at Amazon. Unless you have African specialty shops nearby.
@@eggpassion if you live in a city you might have an african specialty shop pretty small chance they have it even there but maybe if you can find senegalese shop you might find it there
How cool that a place like Hot Bread Kitchen exists! I had never heard of that sort of nonprofit before, love the idea! Also pretty great that Andy and Pierre are matching. 😂❤️
In some cities, food trucks have a similar shared kitchen situation to keep overhead low.
@@TheInescapableFen that's awesome!
When did he say non profit?
@@akshayy_xd 1:56 the caption says it
@@malloryscrain nice, I don't really understand the concept though
I am Senegalese! I was not expecting this video, and with Andy at that
Next: Chris Morocco learns how to cook Moroccan food.
This should be mandatory 😂
Chris walking around Marrakesh smelling everything and vendors cursing him out.
🤣
Omar, mabghawch y9arbo lmeghrib. May9addouch 3lich
"Both of us have been colonized by French" lmaoooooo
Bruh
Yes french people
😂😂😂😂😂
not sure why that's so funny but ok.
The Vietnamese probably also fit in (like why they have Viet people in Senegal) cause of that too
Carla must know, since she loves plantains: Buy *very* uniformly yellowed plantains, gently wash them and pat them dry, then store them in a cool dry place until they become _completely_ black (some whitening may happen, that is fine!). Peel and cut them just like you did here (be careful as they will be VERY mushy!) and fry them in a gentle heat. They will become super crispy, caramelize and become almost like a mix between a hard candy and a mush of absolute plantain goodness.
Bonus plantain recipe: Take green plantains, cut them in cube-ish chunks, fry those lightly, in gentle heat, then crush them to about 1/3 inches tall "patties" and fry them again (in gentle heat) until they golden like fries. These "tostones" are amazing with special sauce (ketchup + mayo) and grated Queso blanco (a salty, hard, crumbly white cheese)
I grew up eating and making these and let me tell you, PLANTAINS ARE THE BEST FOOD IN THE WORLD AND YOU CAN'T FIGHT ME!
Being an African, it was great to see this content! Made my heart smile! Also, Andy speaking French, did NOT see that coming!
Need an Andy learns how to cook Jamaican food next
Yaad style 😉
YES
And Priya should explore Indo-Caribbean cuisine and compare and contrast it with that of the subcontinent.
Absolutely
No Haitian food
Beautiful segment,love how Andy almost takes on a childlike enthusiasm when learning something new
One of my all time favorite episodes. Haven't had Western African food in decades. Will give these recipes a serious go after sourcing all the ingredients. Joyful, Andy!
I love that not even three minutes in, the chef seems more than happy to demo his nation's cuisine and introduce it to more people. You can hear the passion.
It’s a crime that it’s taken so long for these amazing ingredients, dishes and culture to make their debut in the States at large. Great job, everyone!
Also, Pierre was an excellent teacher and ambassador, while Andy did a brilliant job bringing the flavors to life for us viewers! Also, the other chef, Hamidou, was so sweet and funny - and serious about his chopping! 😂
wow that guy has such a calming presence and is a great teacher. he radiated grace.
Pierre is so cool! His culture is so interesting and I love how he mentions the environmental impacts of the foods he uses.
Pierre seems like a pretty cool guy. Gotta love the quick dig at colonizers.
I think calling it a dig is minimizing what he said. He actually made a profound point, a dig would be a disposable joke or something.
I know. I'm just surprised BA left it in.
what was the dig? I just heard him say they were colonized.
Waiting for the butthurt comments abaout that.
recoil53 there will no be any butthurt comment it’s hella true
Pierre is such a knowledgeable and peaceful person. Would listen to this man 24/7.
I just love hearing Andy talk he has such a sweet voice
andy REALLY wanted to stir those onions straight away lmao
Wow I’d love to learn more about the Vietnamese community in Senegal! The food must be amazing 😋
Tracy Nguyen same! That was a surprise to hear ! Side note: I’m also Vietnamese and my name is Tracy too 😆 lol
We love nems in senegal
Awesome episode. I wouldn't be opposed to a link in the description to buy the fonio (and try) as well as support the chef. Just my $.02. Thanks!
You can find it on amazon! A google search could also possibly show you local stores that stock it as well. Yolélé, the brand featured here, is a result shown on amazon if you want to support that business.
Why can't you be a person with two thumbs instead of two cents? Look it up and link it instead of whining about how they didn't give it to you easy and in your face. You made a top comment so you can support them as well or does your statement not apply to you? It was on the screen around 5secs, maybe more, at any point anyone can pause the video and get the name and it's likeness.
@@luvuchocolate
Good point. I was hoping to encourage them to cross promote. I looked it up and just ordered some 👍
RockCandii Chill out
@@luvuchocolate Over-the-top rude.
I'm glad he explained the difference between the palm oil in Africa and that of the ones in Asia.
This was amazing... And Andy is the perfect person for this... He mad respectful and interested in learning... Great vibes overall
I love these "Chef Learns How-To" videos.... Make them into a series?? **Hope Hope**
barbj672000 hello
This is a series
@@senajabeen1076 Yay!! Do you know if this is the first episode?? I ask because I havent seen it before
barbj672000 check their playlist tab. The first ep was andy learns to cook sichuan cuisine
@@fattoushsajjad3426 Thanks!!! Good to know!
I was just thinking about how Bon Appetit needs to explore African and Black cuisine. I first heard Pierre on The Splendid Table a few years back and have been obsessed with fonio ever since. Excellent video, and Andy was the perfect person for it!!
I agree they can use more, but this isn't the first. They had a guest a month or so ago.
I'm so glad that Pierre spoke about the importance of using sustainably sourced palm oil 🙌
Fried Plantain in the BA kitchen??? Am so excited! But it's not the same unless people are stealing slices and you have to cut up and fry more, and your sweating over the pan 😆😆😆
Mo n my sister, dad, & I weren’t allowed in the kitchen when my mom was cooking plátano. We would try & sneak a piece as soon as it came out of the pan.
@@kristinabenson2758 Omg... living dangerously 😆😆😆... I would pretend to take a fork in... grab a slice and run!!!
Literally every time I make fried plantain I eat more than I give out 😂
@@theyrecomingforyoubarbara I literally have to buy 2 or three times as much so there is plaintain to steal while I'm cooking and to serve (and left overs too because at that point I am tired and I won't be cooking any for a while eike 😆)
THIS IS SOOOO TRUE!! My auntie was cookin up some plantain and my mom and I were sneaking in an thieving handfuls of them!! for some reason they taste wayyy better when stolen than when served
It would be amazing to introduce Fonio to South Africa, where we have an increasingly large desert region and longer droughts every year. The current solution has been to genetically modify maize to grow in harsher climates, but this would be an interesting venture into sustainable and nutritious farming!
Why would you modify maize? We already have a drought resistant African grain, it's called sorghum, we've been growing it for millennia
Yangon Myanmar to be completely honest, I have no idea why that has been the way forward, but I do know that for years, maize has been the staple food source for the majority of South African households
@@yangonmyanmar3247 it has to do with commercial applications. Maize like grains can be repurposed for a number of purposes. My understanding is that regional grains lack this broad utility and shelf life. It's unfortunate that economic concerns continue to supercede people's needs.
@@toastedt140 China is the number 1 producer of sorghum and Kansas, USA is #2, they found an African grain that is drought resistant are growing it in the drier parts of the country, they use it big time for cattle feed
@@yangonmyanmar3247 This is true, but Maize is more profitable; hence why it is grown more. Again economic concerns seem to be the driving factor
So happy to see Pierre bringing supply chain, palm oil, deforestation and just the environment in general to the the conversation around food!
I love how passionate this man is about Fonio, about everything he uses. He gives them such beauty.
Merci, Chef Pierre!🙏🏼💖🙏🏼
Educating & elevating the potential of Fonio, for Senegal and the US market, has such an opportunity to make an impact. Being immunocompromised, Native (Tribú Kikapú), and a disabled Army veteran for peace, the sustainability and strength for the Senegalese community is bloody brilliant! ✊🏼😘
Fonio has 3xs the iron, fiber, and proteins of brown rice. Grateful for Monsieur Thiam's knowledge, passion, and putting it into tangible action!
MANGÉ FONIO!👏🏼❤👏🏼❤👏🏼❤
I'm Senegalese and i've been watching BA for quite a while now. I was really happy and surprised to see this video! Good Job Andy!
"The Senegalese invented Jollof"
*All the West African countries have entered the chat*
Khara Brown 😂😂😂😂😂
Nigerians are triggered 😂
They did tho.
But it's actually true, jollof is a senegalese kingdom
kokoa2008 yess jollof is literally a Senegalese kingdom
Pierre is a gem and blessing! What a wonderful passion he has. Thanks for highlighting his efforts.
Pierre is awesome, this is my favorite series so far
I love how the food isn't just about how it tastes but how it nourishes you body❤️
My favorite vid on this channel so far, it's a great idea to do those showcasing world's cuisine and I'm hoping for more episodes
That little scene at 9:05 with the good food, music, etc. reminds me of that warm feeling you get when you are having an amazing time over dinner with great conversation and the best of friends
Yay I was just on a BA binge when this episode came out. Cant wait to see Andy try other cultures in his series
Hamidou and pierre are sooo great! When pierre started talking about different cultural influences (incl vietnam) and the history of senegal it made me want to visit the country! What inspiring chefs and cultural ambassadors xx
I love the way he speaks when they sit at the table
this is quickly becoming one of my favourite shows on this channel, it's so cool and I'm excited every time I see a new one come up
Also love all the chefs so far, Pierre seems like such a thoughtful, kind person. he's really thinking about what impact he can make on the world and the community
They laughed so hard inside when he said there was a spice to moringa.
:D I noticed too, but HOW ON EARTH can Andy not be familiar with moringa?! At least name-wise. ^^ it's a commercialized "super"food since ages.
& where is the spice, I taste no spice. Carla nailed it with "alfalfa", I thought, exactly.
He seems so authentic and kind. I like that man.
I love this show!
this was so wholesome to watch my heart is literally so full right now
I love how Andy took what he learned and made the same dishes it shows his passion for food and his appreciation to different cultures... I literally learned so much
I love watching Andy!!! He's clear, shows enthusiasm and learning (plus he's dang cute and yummy 🥰).
This program was a GREAT lesson
What an informative series. It's so inspiring to see Andy learning about cuisines that may not be so well known and seeing masters of their craft and respective cuisines being so generous with their knowledge and experience.
Ok I’ve never had any kind of authentic African food but all of this looks so goood!
Man! What a great episode! The three of these guys have such great chemistry. Felt like this is the most comfortable I've seen Andy in one of these episodes. So awesome.
never seen senegalese cuisine before and it looks so good! thanks ba
This is one of the most wholesome videos on BA. You really get a sense of how food intersects with history, culture and the environment.
I love that you guys are finally incorporating more African dishes and featuring black chefs!!
I love how passion he is about this food. This is my favorite episode
And his culture too
I love that Andy is doing this series!!! So good!
LOOOOOVEEEE this series. Celebrating diversity through cuisine! Yes, please. It's so good to see a clear example, like the fried ripe plantains (aka maduros, aka amarillos in Puerto Rico), of the important and incredible African heritage in the Caribbean/Puerto Rican cuisine/culture. Food is so important as nourishment, but also as an integral part of how we develop a collective and individual identity.
When he was talking about the jollof war between Naija and Ghana and made sure to input last min “but Senegal has the best Jollof” lmaoo
Love love love this series. Gives the viewers a great insight to more exotic cuisines. I find it amazing that Andy is hosting it. I noticed that he's very versatile and has a great cooking range, he can cook very high class cuisine but also does a lot of far east inspired dishes and of course Persian food. Couldn't imagine a better host to do this. Keep it up BA with the quality content x
You come to BA for Claire and Brad, then totally fall in love with everyone else along the way. love!!!
I love to see this respectful, hungry to learn side of Andy! Sassy test kitchen Andy is also great and HILARIOUS, but I love getting to see this other side of him, and all this amazing food and culture I've never heard about before. I Love this series! good job BA.
Mom: the food is not that hot
The food: * Andy speaking french *
why did this video make me cry? I love how passionate Pierre is
This is one of the best! Everything looks so delicious
i love it when chef are very passionate about the food that he makes. i can sense it when that chef was explaining things to andy its a lot of love for his food and culture much respect!
This was so wholesome it made me teary eyed
Such a wholesome and humble treatment of a lesser known cuisine, Andy is such a sweetie lol. Pierre and Hamidou were also very gracious hosts, happy to teach. Great vid all around!
Moringa is one of the superfood in India!! Amazing how it is used in another side of the world.
pooja kotoky hi
What’s it called there as I asked my cousin to look for it a few years ago when he was visiting Delhi and he said he asked so many people and no one had heard of it.
Same in Nigeria. I always thought it was just in my country.
@@WellISaidIt I'm gujarati and we call it "saragwo". Also in English they're called drumsticks
Anisha Hindocha will have to try again and find a Gujarati speaking person in Delhi. Thank you.
Can totally see how this cuisine is the ancestor of many Southern dishes! So interesting! I loved that TED talk too
Love! Keep up the ethnic cuisine! I am going to find,his fonio! My son has a ton of food allergies and we need to find a nutritious grain he can eat. The fact that it can help build and sustain a culture in Africa is even better
What a gracious and respectful feeling between these three chefs! Wonderful dishes and I can’t wait to try making the onion chicken dish!
It's so nice to see a chef who's so incredibly fond of their cuisine and Pierre really makes Senegalese cuisine seem even more delicious.
YES!!!! I've waited soooo long for a new one of these!! Omg please be bringing more for this and next year! I had to wait a whole day in anticipation to be able to put time aside to sit and watch this!!! LOVE IT!!!
I want Pierre to read to me before bedtime with that incredible voice of his.
How are these videos the most comforting thing ever?
Great job on this guys. Love the exposure to other regions of the world 🤟🏾
I scrolled back to the beginning of this channel the other day. Love seeing the evolution! This stuff is great!
Dawa means medicine in Swahili....am so glad BA has ventured into African food...its delicious and we welcome you to it! It's high time ;) Thanks Andy, we can see the respect you have as you meet the various chefs as well as your analysis of the ingredients, taste etc. Its awesome to expand one's palate
It means medicine in Arabic too
@@mirnaskaf9936 Mombasa, Kenya was a key trading route for the Arabs and Persians trading through the Indian Ocean. This is probably one of those influences.
Andy's the perfect host for this series. You can see his face light up everytime the hosts speak. Can't help but smile.
Loved this episode!! I didn’t know about fonio but it sounds and looks really delicious so I’m eager to get my hands on that ingredient. I wish I lived in NY to visit this place, looks too good!!
I’m really loving this series. I love learning about a new culture and their food. Who knew there was a Vietnamese community in Senegal that has influenced the food. Hope this series continues