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 →Tibs Stir-Fried Beef with Onions and Berbere Sauce
Tender cubes of beef sautéed with caramelized onions and a spicy berbere sauce for a flavorful Ethiopian stir-fry.
Pan-Seared Kitfo Beef with Garlic and Ethiopian Spices
Minced beef seasoned with traditional Ethiopian spices and garlic, pan-seared for a flavorful and tender dish that can be enjoyed cooked or raw.
Slow-Simmered Ethiopian Lentil Stew (Misir Wat)
A robust and spicy red lentil stew slow-cooked with berbere spices and clarified butter, perfect for pairing with injera or rice.
Berbere-Spiced Ethiopian Chicken Stew with Onions
A richly spiced Ethiopian chicken stew simmered with berbere spice blend and caramelized onions for deep, warming flavors.
Spiced Injera-Style Flatbread with Teff and All-Purpose Flour
A simple take on traditional Ethiopian injera flatbread blending teff and all-purpose flours with a subtle sour and spiced flavor.
Slow Cooker Moroccan-Spiced Chicken Thighs with Carrot and Zucchini
Tender chicken thighs infused with warm Moroccan spices slow-cooked alongside vibrant carrots and zucchini for an effortless, flavor-packed Whole30 meal.
Injera Roll-Ups with Spicy Lentil and Collard Greens Filling
Soft injera flatbread wrapped around a spicy lentil and sautéed collard greens filling for a flavorful Ethiopian-inspired appetizer.
Slow-Braised Doro Wat with Hard-Boiled Egg
Classic Ethiopian chicken stew slow-braised in a deeply spiced berbere and onion sauce, served with hard-boiled eggs to soak up the rich flavors.
Sautéed Berbere-Spiced Lentils with Injera Crumble
A warming Ethiopian-inspired lentil stew infused with berbere spice, served with toasted injera bits to add texture and authenticity.
Slow-Simmered Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Almonds
Tender lamb slowly cooked with warm spices, sweet apricots, and toasted almonds creates a fragrant Moroccan stew perfect for cozy dinners.
Ethiopian-Inspired Spiced Lentil and Tomato Salad
A vibrant and protein-packed salad combining cooked lentils with fresh tomatoes and a warming blend of Ethiopian spices for a refreshing side or light meal.
Split Pea Misir Wot Simmered in Berbere Sauce
A hearty vegan Ethiopian stew of red split peas cooked slowly with berbere spices and clarified butter for a deeply flavorful dish.
Teff and Chickpea Injera-Inspired Salad Bowl
A wholesome salad bowl combining nutty teff grains with spiced chickpeas and fresh vegetables, inspired by Ethiopian flavors and textures.
Honey-Sesame Coffee Panna Cotta with Cardamom
A silky panna cotta infused with Ethiopian coffee and cardamom, topped with a honey and toasted sesame seed glaze for a unique dessert.
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