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-Style Teff Flatbread with Spiced Lentil Ragout
A vegan Ethiopian-inspired flatbread made from teff flour served with a fragrant, spiced lentil ragout simmered in berbere and tomato sauce.
Coffee-Infused Date and Nut Energy Bites
No-bake energy bites combining the rich flavor of Ethiopian coffee with sweet dates and crunchy nuts for a healthy snack.
Doro Wat-Inspired Spicy Chicken Stew
A rich Ethiopian chicken stew simmered with berbere spice, hard-boiled eggs, and a deeply flavored onion-tomato sauce.
Ethiopian-Inspired Spiced Coffee Smoothie with Cardamom and Cinnamon
A rich and aromatic coffee smoothie infused with traditional Ethiopian spices cardamom and cinnamon, blended with banana and yogurt for a creamy treat.
Slow-Cooked Spiced Lamb Tibs with Berbere and Fresh Herbs
Tender lamb cubes slow-cooked in a fragrant berbere-spiced sauce with fresh rosemary and garlic, perfect for pairing with Ethiopian-style bread or rice.
Grilled Tibs Beef Stir with Onions and Ethiopian Spices
Tender cubes of beef sautéed with onions and a blend of Ethiopian spices, grilled to perfection for a flavorful and hearty dish.
Sautéed Tibs Beef with Berbere and Mitmita
Tender cubes of beef sautéed with traditional Ethiopian spices berbere and mitmita, served with caramelized onions and peppers.
Injera-Crusted Spiced Chicken Thighs
Juicy chicken thighs coated with injera-inspired spice rub and pan-seared to create a flavorful crust reminiscent of Ethiopian cuisine.
Slow-Cooked Moroccan Chickpea and Lamb Stew with Spices
Hearty lamb chunks and chickpeas simmered slowly with aromatic Moroccan spices, tomatoes, and herbs for a rich, comforting stew.
Slow-Simmered Doro Wat with Berbere Spices
A rich and spicy Ethiopian chicken stew featuring tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a deeply flavorful berbere and onion sauce.
Injera Sandwich Wraps with Spiced Lentil and Collard Greens Filling
Soft injera bread folded around a savory filling of spiced lentils and sautéed collard greens for a nutritious Ethiopian-inspired wrap.
Honey-Glazed Ethiopian Chicken Tibs
Sautéed chicken cubes tossed with onions, bell peppers, and a honey-berbere glaze for a sweet and spicy flavor balance.
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