Experience the vibrant flavors of Africa with these delicious and easy-to-follow recipes. From spicy stews and aromatic curries to flavorful kebabs and succulent grilled meats, African recipes offer a wonderful array of dishes with exotic ingredients and complex flavor profiles. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a show-stopping feast to impress your guests, these recipes are sure to bring a taste of Africa to your kitchen. Explore the wonderful world of African cuisine and discover a new favorite dish with these flavorful and exciting recipes.
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A flavorful ground lamb patty with a spicy sauce. There are many variations on Harissa. Use the one included or use...
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Lamb Patties With Harissa
recipe by: Mikekey on 3rd Jan 2014
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
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A quick, flavorful Thai-style shrimp dish with green beans, red curry paste, lime leaves and cilantro. Serve with rice...
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Shrimp With Green Beans in Thai Chili Sauce
recipe by: dianegrapegro... on 2nd Aug 2014
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes
This appeared in Cooking Light a few years ago.
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Vegetarian West African Soup
recipe by: Echo Echo on 18th Oct 2014
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 78 Minutes
The flavor combinations here are wonderful. I'd make extra so you can have leftovers, because it's even...
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Chicken in Coconut Milk From Madagascar
recipe by: Puppitypup on 23rd Oct 2014
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
A simple salad with wonderful flavor. Adapted from Chef Kate at fooddotcom, recipe originally from Ghana.
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Avocado Peanut Salad
recipe by: Puppitypup on 26th Oct 2014
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
An unusual taste in chicken salad. The spices make it unique. Green bell pepper can be substituted for either or both of...
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Moroccan Chicken Salad
recipe by: Echo Echo on 1st Nov 2014
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
I know this looks like a ton of ingredients yes there is some prep time to it, but really it's easy to make and...
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African Chicken
recipe by: Marcia.T on 16th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 65 Minutes
A non-alcoholic punch from Senegal. Adapted from The Barbecue Bible.
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Gingere Ananas
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
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Adapted from The African Kitchen.
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Sweet Potato, Onion & Thyme Pancakes
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen.
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Watermelon & Pineapple Salad
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen.
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Zulu Cabbage
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 35 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen.
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Masai Mara (African Red Pepper Spread)
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen. Prep time includes freezing time.
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Lemon & Cumin Cookies
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Adapted from The Barbecue Bible.
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Dibi--Senegalese Grilled Lamb
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen. Good with lamb.
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African Mint Chutney
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
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Adapted from Time/Life Foods of the World.
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Mchicha (East African Spinach)
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Adapted from Christmas: a Cook's Tour. From Ghana.
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African Fruit Salad With Lime Dressing
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen. The syrup can be made in advance and refrigerated.
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Spiked Fruit With Star Anise Syrup
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
From West Africa. Adapted from Time/Life Foods of the World. Note: This recipe does use both the whites and the yolks of...
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Avocados Stuffed With Smoked Fish
recipe by: Chocolatll on 17th Mar 2015
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Adapted from Time/Life Foods of the World. Cooking time is marinating time.
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Pfepfel Bar Labid (Tunisian Cucumber & Pepper Relish)
recipe by: Chocolatll on 5th May 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 8 Hours
Adapted from Breads of the World.
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Egyptian Barley Bread
recipe by: Chocolatll on 5th May 2015
Prep Time: 3 Hours
Cook Time: 20 Minutes
Adapted from the Barbecue Bible. Makes enough for 3-4 pounds of meat, poultry or seafood. Yield 1/2 cup
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Tabil (Tunisian Rub)
recipe by: Chocolatll on 5th May 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
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Adapted from bigoven. This is an actual salad, not a sandwich filling.
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Tunisian Tuna & Egg Salad
recipe by: Chocolatll on 5th May 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Adapted from Time/Life Foods of the World.
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Salatit Batata (Tunisian Potato Salad)
recipe by: Chocolatll on 5th May 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
This is recipe from north Africa and is great as a marinade for grilled chicken, fish or lamb. Note: Wear rubber gloves...
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Harissa
recipe by: Tisme on 10th Sep 2015
Prep Time: 60 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
I found this recipe in my local paper years ago. This is a from Johnson Njuguna, he is head chef at a Hotel, near where...
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Roasted Meat Marinade (Nyama Choma)
recipe by: Tisme on 30th Oct 2015
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 1 Hours
Adapted from The African Kitchen. Prep time includes freezing time.
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Lemon & Cumin Cookies
recipe by: Chocolatll on 9th Dec 2015
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Adapted from The African Kitchen. Prep time does not include chilling time.
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Watermelon & Pineapple Salad
recipe by: Chocolatll on 9th Dec 2015
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes