Dibi
Dibi is a popular Senegalese grilled meat dish, typically made with lamb or mutton, seasoned and cooked over an open flame. It is deeply embedded in Senegalese street food culture, often served with onions, mustard, and bread, reflecting communal dining and vibrant flavors.
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Ingredients
- 1 kg
- 2 medium
- 2 tbsp
- 1 tsp
- to taste
- enough for grilling
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Senegalese
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Dibi has its roots in the Wolof ethnic group of Senegal, where grilling meat over charcoal became a favored cooking method blending indigenous practices with influences from North African and French culinary traditions.
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