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

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Best Thiakry with Millet and Yoghurt

This recipe for Thiakry, also known as Degue, is a traditional dish from Burk...

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Diet category: Vegetarian

Lesotho - Makoenva

Makoenva is a traditional dish from Lesotho made with maize meal, spinach, an...

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Non-Vegetarian

Starch Swallow from Scratch

Learn how to make traditional starch swallow from scratch in this easy-to-fol...

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Vegetarian

Traditional Ful Medames

Ful Medames is a flavorful stewed fava beans dish that is traditionally serve...

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Vegan

Sierra Leone Attieke Stew

Learn how to make authentic Sierra Leone Attieke stew in the comfort of your ...

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Non-Vegetarian

Liberian Pepper Kala/Puff Puff

This recipe provides a step-by-step guide on how to make delicious Liberian P...

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Vegetarian

Caribbean Coconut Tart

A traditional Caribbean-style coconut tart that is easy to make and delicious...

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Diet category: Non-Vegetarian

Gambian Okra Soup (SOUPE KANDIA)

This traditional West African soup is made with okra and palm oil, typically ...

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Non-Vegetarian

Benin Style Bitter Leaf Soup

This traditional Benin favorite soup is made with bitter leaf, assorted meats...

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Diet category: Vegetarian

Cameroonian Pancakes

A simple and delicious African breakfast recipe for fluffy and tasty pancakes...

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Non-Vegetarian

Puff Puff and Beans

This recipe combines fluffy fried dough balls (Puff Puff) with savory cooked ...

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Vegan

Egyptian Onion Rice

A flavorful and aromatic rice dish made with onions, perfect as a side dish o...

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Non-Vegetarian

Cameroon Egusi Pudding

This traditional Cameroon recipe uses egusi (melon seeds), crayfish, egg, and...

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Non-Vegetarian

Togo Chicken Stew

This traditional Togolese chicken stew recipe is sure to please a crowd with ...

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Diet category: Non-Vegetarian

Congolese Puff-Puff

This traditional Congolese recipe for puff-puff, also known as mikate, is a d...

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