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 →Steamed Ethiopian-Inspired Spiced Vegetable Tibs
A vibrant vegetable tibs featuring sautéed seasonal vegetables with Ethiopian spices, lightly steamed to retain crispness and bright flavors.
Sautéed Spiced Beef Tibs with Fresh Herbs
Tender cubes of beef quickly sautéed with berbere spices, onions, and fresh herbs, offering a flavorful and aromatic Ethiopian-inspired dish.
Berbere-Spiced Red Lentil Stew with Aromatic Onions
A hearty Ethiopian-inspired stew featuring tender red lentils simmered in a robust berbere spice blend and caramelized onions.
The Weeknd-Inspired Spiced Beef and Pomegranate Tagine
A fragrant Moroccan-style beef tagine with warm spices and a hint of tart pomegranate molasses, reflecting the dramatic and popular vibes of The Weeknd’s music video.
Sweet Honey and Coffee Cake
A moist, spiced cake infused with Ethiopian coffee and sweetened with honey, reflecting the country’s rich coffee culture in a delightful dessert.
Slow-Cooked Lentil and Collard Green Wat with Berbere
A flavorful Ethiopian stew of tender lentils and collard greens simmered slowly with berbere spice blend for a rich, satisfying vegetarian main.
Spiced Coffee-Infused Honey Glazed Beef Skewers
Tender beef skewers marinated in Ethiopian-inspired spices and coffee, glazed with honey for a sweet and smoky bite.
Ethiopian-Inspired Teff Flour Injera Flatbread
Traditional sourdough-style Ethiopian flatbread made with teff flour, fermented to develop a tangy, spongy texture perfect for scooping stews.
Teff Porridge with Honey and Toasted Nuts
A warm, nourishing breakfast porridge made from teff flour, sweetened with honey and topped with toasted almonds and walnuts for crunch and flavor.
Sheet Pan Moroccan-Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Cauliflower
Juicy pork tenderloin seasoned with warm Moroccan spices roasted alongside cauliflower florets for an easy Whole30 dinner.
Simmered Atkilt Wat with Cabbage and Carrots
A mild Ethiopian vegetable stew featuring cabbage, carrots, and potatoes gently simmered with turmeric and garlic.
Ye’abesha Gomen Braised Collard Greens
Slow-braised collard greens enriched with garlic, ginger, and a touch of niter kibbeh, delivering deep, earthy flavors.
Slow-Simmered Doro Wat Chicken Stew with Niter Kibbeh
A rich and spicy Ethiopian chicken stew cooked slowly with clarified spiced butter, berbere, and hard-boiled eggs for a hearty, flavorful main dish.
Tibs Stir-Fry with Onion and Bell Pepper in Ethiopian Spices
A quick and flavorful stir-fry of tender beef cubes with sautéed onions and bell peppers, seasoned with Ethiopian berbere for a spicy kick.
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