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-Crusted Lentil Patties with Spiced Tomato Sauce
Vegetarian lentil patties coated in injera crumbs served with a warm, spiced tomato sauce inspired by Ethiopian flavors.
Slow-Simmered Berbere Spiced Beef Stew
A rich Ethiopian-inspired beef stew infused with berbere spice and slow-cooked to tender perfection.
Slow-Roasted Moroccan Spiced Lamb Shoulder
A tender, fall-apart lamb shoulder infused with a fragrant blend of Moroccan spices and slow-roasted to develop deep, authentic flavors.
Mesir Wat Lentil Stew with Berbere and Niter Kibbeh
A hearty Ethiopian red lentil stew simmered with aromatic berbere spices and clarified spiced butter for deep flavor.
Slow-Cooked Lentil and Collard Green Wat
A comforting Ethiopian lentil stew simmered with aromatic spices and tender collard greens, perfect as a vegetarian main.
Atakilt Alicha Vegetable Stew with Turmeric and Cabbage
A mild and comforting vegetable stew featuring cabbage, carrots, and potatoes gently simmered in turmeric and mild spices for a nourishing side or main.
Spiced Berbere Braised Chicken with Injera Flatbread
Tender chicken simmered in a fiery berbere spice sauce, served alongside traditional Ethiopian injera flatbread for an authentic cultural experience.
Senegalese Millet and Vegetable Stew with Tamarind
A warming, hearty stew combining nutty millet with tender vegetables and a tangy tamarind broth, highlighting typical Senegalese flavors.
Senegalese Thieboudienne-Style Fish and Rice Casserole
A comforting one-pot casserole inspired by Senegal’s national dish featuring tender fish, tomato-infused rice, and a blend of vegetables.
Slow Cooker Nigerian Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes
Hearty beef stew slow-cooked in a spiced tomato sauce with sweet potatoes, perfect for comforting family meals.
Moroccan-Spiced Lentil Soup with Harissa Yogurt
A warming lentil soup infused with Moroccan spices and finished with a cooling dollop of spicy harissa yogurt.
Peanut Butter Braised Chicken with Senegalese Spices
Tender chicken thighs slowly braised in a rich, savory peanut sauce infused with traditional Senegalese spices for a hearty and aromatic meal.
Steamed Injera Flatbread with Teff Flour
A traditional Ethiopian sourdough flatbread made from teff flour, light and spongy to pair with rich stews.
Grilled Peri-Peri Shrimp with Lemon and Garlic
Juicy shrimp marinated in a tangy and spicy peri-peri sauce, quickly grilled for a smoky finish.
Slow-Cooked North African Chicken with Harissa and Chickpeas
A fragrant slow-cooked chicken stew infused with spicy harissa and tender chickpeas, balanced with warm North African spices.
Pan-Seared Tilapia with Garlic and Ethiopian Berbere Butter
Light tilapia fillets pan-seared and finished with a garlic-infused berbere butter, marrying mild fish with bold Ethiopian spices for a simple yet flavorful dish.
Spiced Ethiopian Sambusa with Lentils and Onions
Crisp fried Ethiopian-style sambusas filled with a savory mix of lentils, onions, and berbere seasoning, ideal as a flavorful street food snack.
Spiced Shiro Wat Chickpea Flour Stew
A hearty Ethiopian stew made from finely ground chickpea flour simmered with berbere spices and aromatics, delivering a thick, comforting dish full of warmth and depth.
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