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 →Injera-Wrapped Doro Wat Chicken Stew
A classic Ethiopian chicken stew slow-simmered in a rich, spicy berbere and clarified butter sauce, traditionally served wrapped in soft injera bread.
Coffee-Infused Honey Glazed Sweet Potatoes
Roasted sweet potatoes glazed with a unique Ethiopian coffee and honey mixture, offering a sweet and aromatic side dish with a subtle bitterness.
Berbere-Spiced Roasted Lamb with Garlic and Rosemary
Juicy lamb roasted with a bold berbere spice rub, garlic, and fresh rosemary for a fiery and aromatic main dish.
Ethiopian-Inspired Spiced Breakfast Flatbread (Chechebsa)
A savory Ethiopian breakfast dish of toasted flatbread pieces tossed in spiced butter and honey for a sweet and spicy start.
Slow-Cooked Spiced Ethiopian Beef Stew (Zigni Wat)
A rich and spicy ground beef stew cooked slowly with berbere and tomatoes, perfect for a hearty dinner.
Stewed Berbere-Spiced Chicken with Injera Crumble
Tender chicken thighs simmered in a rich berbere-spiced tomato sauce, served with a toasted injera crumble for a textural contrast.
Slow-Cooked Lentil Misir Wot with Red Chili and Berbere
A hearty Ethiopian lentil stew simmered with red chili, berbere spice, and a rich tomato base for deep flavor.
Slow Cooker Moroccan-Spiced Lamb with Chickpeas and Apricots
Tender lamb slow-cooked in aromatic Moroccan spices, complemented by sweet dried apricots and hearty chickpeas for a comforting North African-inspired stew.
Ethiopian-Style Spiced Vegetable Tibs with Rosemary
A vibrant sauté of mixed vegetables and fragrant rosemary seasoned with Ethiopian spices, creating a flavorful, colorful dish perfect for a light meal or side.
Berbere-Spiced Beef Tibs with Sautéed Onions and Peppers
Tender cubes of beef sautéed with Ethiopian berbere spice, caramelized onions, and bell peppers for a flavorful, quick-cooking dish.
Berbere-Spiced Lentil Salad with Citrus and Fresh Herbs
A vibrant, protein-packed lentil salad with warm berbere seasoning, fresh herbs, and a bright citrus dressing for a refreshing side or light meal.
Stir-Fried Ingudai Tibs with Garlic and Berbere Mushrooms
Tender mushrooms quickly sautéed in berbere spiced oil with garlic and fresh herbs, a vibrant Ethiopian-inspired vegetarian stir-fry.
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