Beninese Cooking Hack Goes Viral: Reusing Oil with a Simple Lemon Trick

In Benin, a simple trick for reusing cooking oil is gaining popularity. Home cooks are sharing a method to refresh used oil after frying, eliminating odors and reducing waste. 'Adding lemon juice to the used oil is the key,' says RestauChezChiro, a popular online restaurant in Benin, whose video demonstrating this technique has gone viral. 'It completely removes the smell, especially from fish,' they explain. This eco-friendly tip is not only saving money but also promoting sustainable cooking practices in the region. The video's success highlights the growing interest in practical life hacks and environmentally conscious cooking methods.