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 →Baked Kid Goat Stew with Root Vegetables
Tender kid goat meat slow-baked with carrots, potatoes, and aromatic herbs for a hearty, rustic stew.
Slow-Cooked Tibs Beef with Rosemary and Garlic
Tender beef tibs slow-cooked with fresh rosemary, garlic, and Ethiopian spices for a rich, aromatic stew that melts in your mouth.
Niter Kibbeh-Infused Doro Wat Chicken Stew
A rich Ethiopian chicken stew simmered in spiced clarified butter and berbere, delivering deep layers of complex heat and aroma.
Vegetarian Atakilt Wat with Carrots, Potatoes, and Cabbage
A comforting Ethiopian vegetable stew simmered in turmeric-spiced sauce that highlights earthy carrots, potatoes, and cabbage.
Coconut Curry Tilapia with Tanzanian Spices
A fragrant and mildly spicy coconut curry featuring tilapia, inspired by the coastal flavors of Tanzania’s Indian Ocean shores.
Pan-Seared Tilapia with Kenyan Tomato and Onion Relish
Lightly spiced pan-seared tilapia fillets topped with a fresh Kenyan-style tomato and onion relish for a bright, healthy dinner.
Fresh Kenyan Kachumbari Salad with Avocado and Lime
A vibrant, refreshing Kenyan tomato and onion salad enhanced with creamy avocado and zesty lime for a perfect side or light meal.
Creamy Ethiopian-Style Ayib Cheese with Fresh Herbs
A homemade version of traditional Ethiopian ayib cheese, fresh and creamy with bright herbs to accompany stews and flatbreads.
Stewed Cabbage with Carrot and Ethiopian Spices
A vibrant Ethiopian-style stewed cabbage and carrot dish, gently cooked with garlic and a touch of berbere spice for warmth and depth.
Quick Injera-Style Flatbread with Teff and Wheat Flour
A speedy version of the traditional Ethiopian injera flatbread, using teff and wheat flours to capture the authentic tangy flavor and soft texture.
Sautéed Beef Tibs with Carrot and Ginger Infusion
Tender beef cubes sautéed with fresh ginger and carrots create a flavorful Ethiopian-inspired dish perfect for a hearty meal.
Ethiopian-Inspired Spiced Beef Sambusas with Tangy Dipping Sauce
Crispy baked sambusas filled with a savory blend of spiced ground beef and onions, paired with a refreshing yogurt and lemon dipping sauce.
Slow-Simmered Berbere Chicken Stew with Tomato and Onion
Tender chicken pieces slow-cooked in a rich, aromatic berbere-spiced tomato and onion sauce, perfect for a comforting family meal.
Spiced Split Pea and Vegetable Soup
A hearty and vibrant soup simmered with yellow split peas, carrots, and warm spices that evoke traditional Ethiopian flavors.
Stewed Senegalese Chicken Yassa with Caramelized Onions
A tangy and savory chicken dish from Senegal featuring marinated chicken stewed with caramelized onions and mustard, served with fluffy white rice.
Slow-Cooked African Stewed Lamb with Tomato and Peanut
Tender lamb slow-cooked in a rich tomato and peanut sauce, infused with regional African spices for deep savory warmth.
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