59 West African Recipes
From Slow-Cooked Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes to Collard Greens and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Paprika — explore 59 West African recipes with calorie counts, cook times, and one-tap Instacart ordering. Sort by rating, cook time, or dietary fit.
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Slow-Cooked Senegalese Peanut Stew with Sweet Potatoes
A hearty, rich stew combining tender sweet potatoes and earthy peanuts simmered in a spiced tomato base, capturing the warmth of West African flavors.
Collard Greens and Black-Eyed Pea Stew with Smoked Paprika
Hearty and smoky stew combining tender collard greens with black-eyed peas and aromatic smoked paprika for a comforting plant-based meal.
Senegalese Seafood Jollof Rice with Tomato and Scotch Bonnet
A vibrant one-pot rice dish simmered with fresh tomatoes, aromatic spices, and succulent seafood reflecting Senegal’s coastal flavors.
Smoky Egyptian Black-Eyed Peas Stew with Olive Oil
A vegan, smoky-flavored black-eyed pea stew simmered in aromatic spices and finished with fruity olive oil.
Vegan African Peanut Stew with Eggplant and Okra
A hearty vegan stew combining creamy peanut butter with tender eggplant, fresh okra, and warming spices for a comforting plant-based meal.
Grilled Whole Chicken with Cameroonian Fried Spinach and Plantains
Juicy whole chicken grilled to perfection served alongside crispy fried spinach and sweet fried plantains for a true Cameroonian feast.
Lemon-Onion Chicken Yassa with Fennel
Succulent chicken thighs marinated in a tangy lemon and onion sauce, slow-cooked until tender with fennel.
Sautéed Fish with Lemon-Onion Rice and Vegetables
Tender fish fillets simmered in a bright lemon-onion sauce, accompanied by a vibrant rice pilaf with carrots and peas.
Grilled Beef Suya with Peanut and Spice Rub
Tender beef strips marinated in a savory peanut and spice mixture, then grilled to perfection for classic Nigerian street food.
Mango-Pineapple Hibiscus Punch
A vibrant tropical blend featuring ripe mango and pineapple balanced with tart hibiscus and creamy coconut water.
Coconut-Infused Okra Stew with Tomatoes
A fragrant stew of tender okra simmered in coconut milk and tomatoes, showcasing Senegal's coastal vegetable traditions.
One-Pot Fish and Rice with Tomato Sauce
A traditional Senegalese one-pot meal where flaky fish simmers in a savory tomato-herb sauce over perfectly cooked rice.
Slow-Simmered Lentil and Sweet Potato Soup with Herbs
A deeply comforting soup with earthy lentils, sweet potatoes, and fresh herbs, gently simmered for maximum flavor.
Groundnut Soup with Chicken and Spinach
A traditional Cameroonian soup featuring chicken, roasted peanuts, and fresh spinach.
Palm Oil Chicken Stew with Plantains
A hearty Cameroonian stew featuring tender chicken simmered in rich palm oil with ripe plantains and local spices.
Okro Stew with Tomatoes and Onions
A vibrant, mildly thickened stew featuring fresh okra, tomatoes, and onions, perfect for pairing with fufu or rice.
Chicken Ndolé with Bitter Leaves and Peanuts
A hearty Cameroonian stew featuring chicken simmered in a rich peanut and bitter leaf sauce, served with steamed rice.
Vegetarian West African Peanut Soup with Spinach
A creamy, nutty soup packed with fresh spinach and aromatic spices, offering a rich, satisfying meal that’s both healthy and deeply flavorful.
Saffron-Infused West African Jollof Rice with Smoked Chicken
A vibrant, aromatic rice dish featuring smoked chicken, tomato stew, and a hint of saffron for depth, perfect for sharing with family.
Bambara Peanut & Vegetable Skewers
Grilled skewers featuring marinated vegetables and protein-packed Bambara groundnuts, served with a spicy peanut dipping sauce.
Nigerian Palm Nut Soup with Chicken
A rich, nutty soup featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy palm nut base, served with fufu for a traditional West African feast.
Fufu-Style Plantain Mash with Spiced Tomato Stew
Creamy mashed green plantains paired with a fragrant tomato stew featuring ginger, garlic, and Ethiopian spices.
About West African cooking
What defines West African cooking?
West African cooking is shaped by the ingredients, techniques, and flavor pairings that emerged in that region. Our 59 West African recipes cover everything from quick weeknight meals to classic dishes worth learning end-to-end.
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Are there vegetarian West African options?
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