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Discover traditional dishes from across the continent, from spicy stews to hearty grains and vibrant vegetables.

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Diet category: Non-Vegetarian (depending on the stew or relish served with the pap)

Authentic Namibian Pap

Learn how to make firm and smooth Namibian-style pap, a staple dish in Namibi...

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Vegan

Ethiopian Spicy Red Lentils

This traditional Ethiopian dish is made with red lentils cooked in a flavorfu...

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Non-Vegetarian

Latchiri En Kossan

This recipe is a step-by-step guide to making traditional Fulani food from Gu...

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Non-Vegetarian

Creamy Chicken Mali Handi

A traditional and famous recipe for chicken lovers, Chicken Mali Handi is a c...

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Vegan

Malawian Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew

This traditional Malawian dish combines sweet potatoes and peanuts in a heart...

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Vegetarian

Traditional Brukina

This recipe is a traditional Burkina Faso dish made with a blend of plain yog...

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Non-Vegetarian

Gambian Corn Beef Sausage Rolls

This easy and delicious snack is a common street food in Gambia, made with co...

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Non-Vegetarian

Burundian Half Cake Mandazi

Learn how to make a traditional Burundian half cake, also known as Kangumu, i...

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Non-Vegetarian

Cachupa de Cabo Verde

Cachupa is the national dish of Cabo Verde, a delicious slow-cooked stew made...

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Non-Vegetarian

Edo Black Soup

Learn how to make the traditional Edo black soup from Nigeria, a delicious an...

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Non-Vegetarian

Youth Group Chili

A hearty and flavorful chili recipe perfect for feeding a crowd. Packed with ...

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Non-Vegetarian

Organic Botswanan Festive Meal in the Coldest Savanna

This traditional Botswanan recipe is made with organic ingredients and is per...

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Diet category: Vegan

Stewed Beans Porridge

This Nigerian recipe for stewed beans porridge is a delicious and hearty dish...

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Vegetarian

Omanda Millet Flour Pounding | Oshiwambo Cuisine

Learn how to prepare Omanda millet flour, a traditional Namibian dish, throug...

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Vegan

Vegan Trini Coo Coo (Cornmeal)

This traditional Trinbagonian dish is made with yellow fine cornmeal, water, ...

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