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Diced Lamb with Roasted Vegetables and Couscous

A home take on traditionally prepared North African lamb.

Author: laughs and smiles

Peanut (Groundnut) Soup

From Ghana, West Africa This soup is usually served with FUFU, an Akan dumpling made from yams, plantinas, cassava or even processed potato flakes. The...

Author: mnmfarris

Qumbe (East African Coconut Candy)

Recently I was planning an African-themed party, and I came across a recipe for a Somali snack by this name. The first version I tried was a little too...

Author: Annie Douglass Lima

Cassava in Coconut (Muhogo Wa Nazi)

Make and share this Cassava in Coconut (Muhogo Wa Nazi) recipe from Food.com.

Author: CJAY8248

Spicy West Indies Fish

You can use any good-quality white fish in this dish, but trout and flounder are great choices. You can also do most of the preparation ahead of time,...

Author: kellychris

North African Marinade

This marinade is quite versitalie. It can be used on seafood, poultry, beef or pork. This makes enough marinade for 1 1/2 to 2 lbs of meat.

Author: Stacey Sweet

Black Bean Cous Cous Salad

QETH .... a quick, easy, tasty and healthy middle eastern dish. NOTE: I agree with reviewers that this salad needs to be kicked-up-a notch, so I've made...

Author: Galley Wench

Fish Couscous

This is based on a recipe from Jill Norman's book, The Complete Book of Spices. The intro to the recipe says, "Couscous with fish is popular along the...

Author: mersaydees

Shuku Shuku

A Nigerian desert that is a favorite with children of all ages.

Author: Forgemaster

Avocado Angel Eggs

A great little appetizer from the California Avocado Commision. You may leave out the egg yolks or add them in!

Author: Sharon123

Mint Cilantro and Coconut Rice

Make and share this Mint-Cilantro and Coconut Rice recipe from Food.com.

Author: wicked cook 46

Meni Meniyong (Malinese Sesame Honey Sweet)

Meni-meniyong is a wonderful Malinese sesame-honey sweet. It's very easy to make and is great for kids and adults alike. I didn't include cooling time....

Author: Nif_H

Kifta

Kind of like the Arab version of meatloaf... This is one of the most common Arabic recipes, that no Arab home is unfamiliar with! Goes great with garden...

Author: Aida

Kofta

Kofta is a popular dish made from grilled ground beef that is served throughout the Middle-East. This is a wonderful and simple version I picked up in...

Author: DOSTANDEN

Vegan Niter Kebbeh (Ethiopian Butter)

Niter Kebbeh is essential to Ethiopian cooking, and is great for experimental fusion cooking. You may want to make a berbere spice paste as well.

Author: quantumshanti

Vegetarian Peanut Curry (African Inspired)

Created for the Dining on a Dollar contest. At first this was inspired by Senegalese peanut soup which has Asian influences but it evolved more into a...

Author: Engrossed

Harissa Chicken

If you are interested in a little bit of heat, but not too much, this is a great recipe for you. I used a mortar and pestle to form the spice paste, but...

Author: Sarah

Cigars With Almonds and Honey.

Make and share this Cigars With Almonds and Honey. recipe from Food.com.

Author: kazi.recipe

Beans in Coconut Sauce (Maharagwe Ya Nasi)

This is a popular African dish posted by chef Keith Famie. Simple and satisfying! Cook time does not include the time for the beans to soak overnight....

Author: LifeIsGood

Grilled Salmon With North African Flavors

Recipe found on www.eatingwell.com. This is a version of the classic North African herb paste known as chermoula serves as both a marinade and a sauce...

Author: januarybride

Plantains in Coconut Milk from Zanzibar

Posted for ZWT. I haven't made it yet so I guessed on the yield and time. The plantains don't have to be completely ripe.

Author: puppitypup

Tunisian Rub (Tabil)

Make and share this Tunisian Rub (Tabil) recipe from Food.com.

Author: Chocolatl

African Chicken in Spicy Red Sauce

This is just the most-delicious Ethiopian main dish. Absolutely wonderful.

Author: Phil

Camarões Piri Piri (Angola)

This recipe is from week nine of my food blog, "Travel by Stove." I am attempting to cook one meal from every country on Earth, and Angola is my ninth...

Author: GiddyUpGo

Middle Eastern Marinade for Chicken Kebabs

Make and share this Middle Eastern Marinade for Chicken Kebabs recipe from Food.com.

Author: Boo Chef in West Te

Fried Katayef (Egyptian Dessert)

This mouth-watering dessert is an authentic Egyptian treat. It can be made savory and still will be delicious.

Author: Mohamed El Refaee

Somali Spaghetti Sauce

This is Somali-style spaghetti sauce with my own little twist. We make this once a week in our house (my daughter craves it!). I hope you enjoy this as...

Author: MyHalwad

Algerian Fish Soup

We had this kind of soup in a restaurant at the harbor of Algier, Algeria. Back at home I tried to copy the recipe and came up with this version. Feel...

Author: Halalmom

Samaki Wa Kupaka

Make and share this Samaki Wa Kupaka recipe from Food.com.

Author: MarraMamba

Lamb Chops with Preserved Lemon (Moroccan Style)

The preserved lemon in this extremely tasty dish brings out the full flavor of the lamb! I serve these lamb chops on a bed of couscous, with tabbouleh...

Author: Craig Nanango

Tunisian Slow Cooked Turkey Breast

This is a recipe that is now a favorite in our house. I've made this with 4 to 6 potatoes instead of squash and both are excellent!

Author: Christine

South African Butternut Rings (Vegan, Gluten Free)

Butternut Squash is a type of orange fleshed winter squash that has a sweet and nutty taste. In South Africa it is commonly cooked with cinnamon and nutmeg....

Author: Vegetarian Hostess

Moroccan Shepherd's Pie

This is a Moroccan take on shepherd's pie. Delicious combinations of savory and sweet, with lamb and turmeric simmered with cinnamon, raisins, and sweet...

Author: Maryam

Nairobi Meat Rub

Make and share this Nairobi Meat Rub recipe from Food.com.

Author: Lavender Lynn

Pan Roasted Halibut Steaks With Chermoula

Make and share this Pan-Roasted Halibut Steaks With Chermoula recipe from Food.com.

Author: Boo Chef in West Te

Recipe for Elephant Stew (From Griot's Cookbook)

In 1985 (the year my daughter Rachel was born), I bought a book called The Griots' Cookbook: Rare and Well-Done (publisher C. H. Fairfax Company, Columbia...

Author: Adrienne in Reister

Dziriat (Algerian Almond Tarts)

This recipe with all its variants is prepared only on special celebrations and weddings. It is a challenge to prepare, but is well worth the time and effort....

Author: RECIPEDOCTOR

Eggplant Paprikash

I had not intended to post this but it turned out so incredible that I must. Originally, it was a vegan recipe. We aren't vegetarians, let alone vegan!...

Author: Queen Dragon Mom

Pan Roasted Cod With Grains of Paradise

Grains of Paradise were a common spice in Europe before the discovery of black pepper. It's still used in North and Western Africa. The flavor is similar...

Author: Sascha

Egyptian Condiment (Daqua)

It enhances the flavour of many foods, I live in Egypt and use it often, I always have in the fridge to liven up the taste buds. Ideal condiment for Liver,...

Author: Egyptian John

Toasted Spice Blend (Africa Morocco)

I liked this recipe I found in "Food for 50" for it's ease of prep & because it would allow me to bring a taste of Africa & Morocco to my Icelandic kitchen....

Author: twissis

Poulet Roti a l'Algerienne (Algerian Roast Chicken)

This is a traditional roast chicken dish from Algeria. The sauce is a combination of onions, garlic, mustard, balsamic vinegar, and cayenne pepper. When...

Author: salima1962

Poisson Yassa (Fish Yassa)

This is a traditional Senegalese recipe. It would take an ichthyologist to determine exactly what kind of fish are used to make this dish in Africa, and...

Author: Annacia

Nairobi Meat Rub

Make and share this Nairobi Meat Rub recipe from Food.com.

Author: Lavender Lynn

Mozambican Shark

Make and share this Mozambican Shark recipe from Food.com.

Author: kymgerberich

Mombasa Pumpkin Dessert

This dessert's coconut and creamy taste is irresistible! For the weight watchers this could be too much! You can add more sugar to this dish, according...

Author: KULSUM HUSSEIN

Paprika Pita Chips

Make and share this Paprika Pita Chips recipe from Food.com.

Author: Boomette

Haraimi Libyan Spicy Friday Night Fish

From Celtnet - my son-in-law's favourite. I have posted a separate recipe for Kamoon Hoot the spice mix.

Author: Wendys Kitchen

Lemon & Pistachio Couscous

Lemon and Pistachio Couscous is delicious with fish and chicken or lamb and quick to prepare. What more could you ask for?

Author: Kate in Katoomba

Marrakesh Couscous

Make and share this Marrakesh Couscous recipe from Food.com.

Author: ratherbeswimmin