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West African Orange Cake Dessert Recipe

West African Orange Cake Dessert Recipe   African Recipes by African Gourmet   African fresh orange cake from the West African country of Sierra Leone is a citrus ginger cake recipe easy to make from scratch. Oranges are locally grown in villages and sold at local markets throughout the African country.  Prep time: 20 min Cook time: 50 min Total time: 1 hour 10 min West African Orange Cake Dessert Recipe Ingredients 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons grated young fresh ginger root 2 sticks unsalted butter 3 large eggs 1 cup whole milk 1 cup white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon orange extract 1/2 teaspoon salt Directions Grease and flour two bread loaf pans. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In large bowl hand mix flour, baking powder, ground ginger, cinnamon and salt. In another large bowl, cream butt

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Moroccan Pastilla Pie

Moroccan Pastilla Pie




If you're hesitant about trying African food, let me assure you that Moroccan Pastilla Pie offers a delightful culinary adventure. Moroccan Pastilla, or Bastilla or B'stilla, is a traditional Moroccan dish typically served as a special occasion or festive dish. It consists of layers of flaky pastry filled with a mixture of spiced meat, usually chicken or pigeon, along with almonds, eggs, and a hint of sweetness from ingredients like cinnamon and powdered sugar. Traditional Moroccan Pastilla recipes often include a layer of scrambled eggs. Feel free to add beaten eggs to the chicken and almond mixture during the cooking process if you prefer. The pastry is then baked until golden and crispy.



Moroccan Merguez Sausage

Moroccan Merguez Sausage




Merguez is a spicy North African sausage traditionally made from ground lamb or beef and flavored with spices such as paprika, cumin, garlic, and chili. It is often grilled or pan-fried and served with bread or Merguez is commonly used in dishes like tagines, couscous, and stews.