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 →Ethiopian-Inspired Spiced Chicken Curry with Injera Flatbread
Tender chicken simmered in a fragrant blend of Ethiopian spices, served alongside traditional injera flatbread for an immersive cultural experience.
One-Pot Coconut Berbere Chicken Curry with Basmati Rice
A fragrant one-pot chicken curry combining Ethiopian berbere spices with creamy coconut milk, served over fluffy basmati rice for a comforting meal.
Steamed Injera-Inspired Teff Pancakes with Honey Butter
Light and spongy teff flour pancakes steamed to mimic traditional Ethiopian injera, served with a honey-infused butter spread.
Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Spiced Lamb Kebabs
Tender lamb chunks marinated in a blend of warm Ethiopian spices and honey, grilled to juicy perfection with a subtle smoky char.
Slow-Simmered Ethiopian Chicken Curry with Berbere and Hard-Boiled Eggs
A richly spiced chicken curry slow-cooked in a berbere and tomato sauce, accented by the creamy texture of hard-boiled eggs.
Tomato and Jalapeño Salad with Fresh Herbs
A vibrant salad featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh jalapeños, and fragrant Ethiopian-inspired herbs dressed in a tangy lemon vinaigrette.
Berbere-Spiced Chicken Tibs with Sautéed Greens
Tender chicken cubes sautéed with Ethiopian berbere spice blend and served with garlicky sautéed collard greens for a bold, flavorful meal.
Ethiopian-Inspired Chickpea Stew with Turmeric and Tomato
A hearty vegetarian stew featuring chickpeas simmered in a fragrant blend of turmeric, garlic, and tomato, inspired by Ethiopian flavors.
Spicy Ethiopian-Inspired Beef Tibs with Berbere and Onions
Tender cubes of beef sautéed with caramelized onions and fiery berbere spice for a quick and flavorful Ethiopian-style stir-fry.
Slow-Cooked Ethiopian Lamb Tibs with Mitmita Heat
Rich and tender lamb tibs slow-cooked with traditional Ethiopian spices and the fiery kick of mitmita powder, creating a vibrant and hearty dish.
Awaze-Glazed Grilled Beef Tibs
Tender cubes of beef marinated and glazed in a spicy Awaze sauce, grilled to smoky perfection.
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