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Tell Us If You Like These 140 African Food Recipes.

Tell Us If You Like These 140 African Food Recipes.

How to Make Green Plantain Fufu

Make your own green plantain fufu recipe tonight for dinner. What is fufu? Well, fufu is to West Africa as mashed potatoes are to North America. Both fufu and mashed potatoes have very similar qualities such as Prepared in similar ways Filling Versatile Easy to make Kitchen staple African and American kitchens are not so different. Most everyday meals consist of vegetables either grown in home gardens or purchased from public markets.  Fufu is made from either boiled green plantains, rice, cornmeal, corn, yams or sweet or white potatoes. Fufu is made by mashing starchy foods such as potatoes, yams, cassava, plantains or flour with a liquid such as water or broth. Just like mashed potatoes, fufu is bland until seasonings are added. Fufu is usually served with soups and stews replacing the conventional spoon of North America.  You pinch off a little ball of fufu and use this to scoop up the soup or stew. Mashed potatoes are made by mashing boiled potato
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Indulge in our delectable food dishes that serve as a delightful and flavorful gateway to the rich diversity of the African continent.


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.