Attiéké

Attiéké (pronounced at-chay-KAY) is a traditional side dish from Côte d'Ivoire, made from fermented and dried cassava. Light, fluffy, and slightly tangy, it is a staple in Ivorian homes and one of the most satisfying things you can keep in your freezer.

Taste and Texture

Soft with a gentle chew, attiéké has a mild, slightly tangy note that works beautifully alongside rich sauces, grilled fish, and bold stews. It is subtle enough to let other flavours lead, which is exactly what makes it so versatile.

Rooted in Côte d'Ivoire

Attiéké originates from the Lagoon communities of Côte d'Ivoire, where women have hand-crafted it for generations using traditional methods of fermenting and sun-drying cassava. Every pack is made the way it has always been made. No shortcuts. No substitutions.

Who This Is For

If you grew up eating attiéké, this is a reliable source delivered directly to your door. If you are trying it for the first time, every order comes with clear preparation guidance and it is ready in under 10 minutes.

Why Nogbous Attiéké

• Authentic Ivorian attiéké, sourced from Côte d'Ivoire
• Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free
• No additives, no preservatives, nothing unnecessary
• Ready in under 10 minutes, straight from frozen
• Versatile: pairs with fish, chicken, stews, and vegetables
• Keep frozen; once thawed, eat within 24 hours

How to Prepare

Attiéké goes straight from freezer to steamer. No defrosting needed.

By steaming (recommended):

1. Place the attiéké in a steamer or colander over a pot of boiling water.
2. Cover and steam for 5 to 8 minutes, fluffing halfway through.
3. Season lightly with salt and a small knob of butter or a drizzle of oil, if you like.
4. Serve immediately alongside your choice of protein or sauce.

By microwave:

Place in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water, cover, and cook on high for 3 to 4 minutes. Fluff before serving.

Ways to Enjoy

• With grilled tilapia or sea bass and a spiced tomato sauce, the classic Ivorian way
• Alongside braised or fried chicken with onion sauce
• With kedjenu (slow-cooked chicken and vegetables)
• Paired with a simple pepper sauce and fried plantain
• As a base for roasted vegetables or a fresh salad

Storage

Keep frozen until ready to use. Once thawed, consume within 24 hours and do not refreeze.

Why Nogbous

Attiéké has been available in the UK for years, but rarely presented as the ingredient it actually is. Nogbous started with a simple question: why are some of the world's most nourishing ingredients so hard to find, properly sourced and clearly explained, in the UK?

No unnecessary additives. No overblown claims. Just real ingredients, from real places, for your everyday life.