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Rwandan Fried Beans (Ibiharage)

Posted by Sccuddlers  

This is a traditional recipe from the central African nations of Rwanda and Burundi. MORE»

Recipe #303610

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Roast Spicy Tilapia

Posted by David_m  

During a visit to Nigeria a year ago I had the most amazing grilled spicy fish that kept my tongue on edge. I decided to make something similar. Its not as spicy though but Its harder to shoot yourself in the foot if you get my drift. MORE»

Recipe #293999

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Nigerian Kidney Bean Stew With a Peanut Sauce

(1 reviews) Posted by Marina K  

This recipe is from Madhur Jaffery's World Vegetarian. It is very easy to make, and has a wonderfully rich flavour, or as she says "an unctuous sense of creaminess." Serve it over rice, or with a good bread. MORE»

Recipe #290843

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African Donuts

Posted by Nubian  

This recipe is well known and loved by most african countries (West, Central and part of East Africa). It can be used at breakfast with honey or your favorites fruit preserves or at Dinner with red beans and diced beef. MORE»

Recipe #287939

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Isombe (Cassava Leaves Stew) - Burundian Dish

Posted by Chef #750694  

Cassava Leaves Stew. Often eaten with white rice and beans in the central east Africa MORE»

Recipe #284117

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Bread Machine West African Banana Fritters

(2 reviews) Posted by mersaydees  

This is based on a recipe from Madge Rosenberg's cookbook, The Best Bread Machine Cookbook Ever - Ethnic Breads. She says, "These fritters, similar to what we know as beignets, make inexpensive party food rich in natural fruit flavors.... MORE»

Recipe #279838

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Caldo De Peixe (Cape Verde Islands) Fish Soup

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This is a traditional recipe from the Islands that Cape Verdeans still make. Additional seasonings are left to the cook, or table condiments can accompany the dish. This recipe was adapted from the Smithsonian Institution's, 1995 Festival of... MORE»

Recipe #279028

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Canja (Cape Verde Islands) Rich Chicken & Rice Soup

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This very thick, rich soup is made to celebrate special occasions, such as New Year's eve and special family events. This recipe was adapted from the Smithsonian Institution's, 1995 Festival of American Folklife Cookbook. Recipes for the book... MORE»

Recipe #277945

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Anina's Kenyan Pilau

(1 reviews) Posted by JJRsGirl  

A fantastic, aromatic rice dish that is wonderfully frugal and traditional to Kenya. This recipe is a beautiful example of the fusion between African and Indian cuisines local to the area. Serve this with Kachumbari on the side! MORE»

Recipe #277191

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Mashed Yam (Cape Verde Islands) Pure De Inhame

Posted by lynnski / LA  

This dish shows a bit of Portuguese-African fusion cuisine. Recipe adapted from "The Africa Cookbook, Tastes of a Continent" by Jessica B. Harris. MORE»

Recipe #276526

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Coffee Liqueur (Cape Verde Islands) Licor De Cafe

Posted by lynnski / LA  

In the Cape Verde Islands, this cordial might be made with cane brandy made with sugar cane grown on the island, but white rum is more available. If you can find Brazilian cachaca, that works well. Ethiopian coffee beans are especially good... MORE»

Recipe #275482

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Fried Bananas (Cape Verde Islands)

(1 reviews) Posted by lynnski / LA  

This recipe is adapted from The Africa Cookbook by Jessica B. Harris MORE»

Recipe #274671

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Avocados With Honey (Cape Verde Islands) Abacates Com Mel

Posted by lynnski / LA  

Here in the southwest U.S. we rarely think of using avocados as a dessert, even though the avocado pear is a fruit. In other parts of the world, ranging from Indonesia to Brazil these fruits are made into desserts and sweet beverages. Now that... MORE»

Recipe #274646

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Rice With Crispy Potatoes

Posted by Chef Jay 67  

Mom and Grand Ma's Famous Rice and Potatoes MORE»

Recipe #269719

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Easy African-Style Peanut Chicken

(3 reviews) Posted by Emmas_Mom  

I love a wide variety of cuisines, and I have a fondness for African foods. I am a single mother with a multiple handicapped brain damaged child. I also go to college full time and work in Oncology, so I am always needing something good but... MORE»

Recipe #269678

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West African Hot Chocolate

(1 reviews) Posted by Rhiannon&Matt.gauci  

Mmmm… frothy and tasty. With its smooth, strong full-bodied taste this drink is popular in Ghana and also with West African ex-pats in London. Its origins are North African. The rum is a local addition! It makes a great nightcap - a nice way of... MORE»

Recipe #236229

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Shuku Shuku (Nigerian Coconut Balls)

(1 reviews) Posted by Mandy from Oz  

This is a popular Nigerian dessert. Untested by me, posted for ZWT III, from allrecipes.com. MORE»

Recipe #232764

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Jamaican Jerk Paste

(1 reviews) Posted by Mandy from Oz  

I noticed a lot of jerk seasoning recipes but none for paste so posted this for ZWT III. The recipe is from Pepperfool. I love the contrast the hot chilli gives to the sweetness of the spices. MORE»

Recipe #232531

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West African Chicken

(4 reviews) Posted by Heydarl  

Found this in the Cheap Eats cookbook years ago. Haven't had it in a long time, but we used to enjoy it. Is great served with steamed rice. MORE»

Recipe #229531

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Lazy Beef Vindaloo

Posted by ShoeDiva  

I was CRAVING this dish for so long, since I moved to Brooklyn finding a decent Indian Restaurant is not easy. And once I looked the recipe up I couldn't wait for the Marinade Time. Here's a simple 1 POT Recipe that TASTES JUST AS GOOD AS THE... MORE»

Recipe #226163

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