1,609 African Recipes
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The majority of this collection draws from two dominant African culinary traditions: West African dishes centred on Nigerian cooking (jollof rice, egusi soup, suya, plantain stews, palm-oil soups) and Ethiopian and East African recipes (injera-based stews, doro wat, tibs, pilau rice, spiced lentils). A small selection of North and Sub-Saharan dishes rounds out the catalog. Many recipes are naturally vegan or vegetarian. Browse by diet from the Vegan or Vegetarian pages, or use the regional filters below to narrow to West African, Nigerian, Ethiopian, or other sub-traditions.
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Shop these African recipes on Instacart →Slow-Cooked Nigerian Ogbono Soup with Tender Beef
A hearty Nigerian soup thickened with ground ogbono seeds, simmered with tender beef and leafy greens for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Simmered Nigerian Red Pepper Obe Ata Sauce
A vibrant Nigerian stew sauce made from blended red peppers, tomatoes, and onions, slowly simmered to deepen its rich flavor and perfect for pairing with rice or yam.
Steamed Ethiopian Atmit Breakfast Porridge with Honey and Cardamom
A nutritious and comforting Ethiopian breakfast porridge made from cracked wheat and barley, gently steamed with fragrant cardamom and sweetened with honey.
Coffee-Inspired Spiced Chocolate Mousse
A silky chocolate mousse infused with the rich aroma of Ethiopian coffee and warm spices for a unique dessert experience.
Ethiopian-Inspired Teff Injera Flatbread
A tangy, spongy flatbread made from teff flour, perfect for scooping up stews and salads, embodying the signature Ethiopian dining experience.
Slow Simmered Ethiopian-Inspired Berbere Beef Stew
A richly spiced beef stew infused with traditional Ethiopian berbere spice blend, slow-cooked until tender and fragrant.
Sautéed Ethiopian Mushrooms with Garlic and Mitmita
Earthy mushrooms sautéed with garlic and spicy mitmita seasoning for a flavorful vegan side dish.
Slow-Cooked Ethiopian Lentil Misir Wot with Spiced Niter Kibbeh
A rich and warmly spiced red lentil stew simmered slowly with berbere and niter kibbeh, perfect for a comforting vegetarian meal.
Slow-Cooked Lamb Tibs with Berbere and Rosemary
Tender lamb cubes slow-cooked with Ethiopian berbere spice and fragrant rosemary, creating a rich and flavorful stew perfect for cozy dinners.
Pan-Fried Berbere-Spiced Fish Tibs with Fresh Lime
Tender fish chunks marinated and pan-fried in a spicy berbere blend, brightened with fresh lime juice for a street food favorite from Ethiopia.
Slow-Roasted Moroccan Lamb Shanks with Preserved Lemon
Tender lamb shanks slow-roasted with aromatic Moroccan spices and the bright, tangy flavor of preserved lemon for a rich, authentic taste.
Slow-Cooked Ethiopian Doro Wat with Hard Boiled Eggs
A hearty, slow-cooked Ethiopian chicken stew simmered with berbere spices, caramelized onions, and simmered eggs for a traditional flavor.
15-Minute Ethiopian Spiced Chicken Curry with Tomatoes
A fast and flavorful Ethiopian chicken curry bursting with berbere spices and fresh tomato base, perfect for weeknight meals.
Sautéed Chicken with Berbere and Coconut Milk Sauce
A quick Ethiopian-inspired chicken curry simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce enriched with berbere spice.
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