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Kenkey

Kenkey is a popular traditional Ghanaian dish made from fermented corn and served as a staple alongside soups, stews, or fried fish.

🇬🇭 Ghana$

Pepper Accra

Pepper Accra is a delightful and spicy West African fritter made primarily from black-eyed peas, giving it a unique texture and flavor with a hint of heat from the scotch bonnet pepper.

🇩🇲 Dominica$

Jozi Biltong Slices

Jozi Biltong Slices are a traditional South African snack combining spiced, dry-cured beef with a punch of coriander and paprika, offering a flavorful, portable source of protein ideal for on-the-go eating.

🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa$$

Umphokoqo

Umphokoqo is a traditional South African dish that features a crumbly porridge made from maize meal, served with sour milk or buttermilk for a tangy and satisfying experience.

🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa$

Zigni Tibsi

Zigni Tibsi is a fiery Eritrean beef stew infused with a mix of spices including berbere, complemented by the flavors of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and ginger.

🇪🇷 Eritrea$$

Zlatan Miso Tagine

Zlatan Miso Tagine combines the traditional flavors of North African tagine with an umami twist from miso, offering a hearty and aromatic dish that's both comforting and flavorful.

🇱🇾 Libya$$

Ogobwoni

Ogobwoni is a rich and flavorful traditional dish that combines the vibrant taste of okra with succulent goat meat and an assortment of fresh spices, perfect for those seeking a unique culinary adventure.

🇬🇦 Gabon$$

Pindasoep Fatu

Pindasoep Fatu is a rich and spicy peanut-based soup featuring tender chicken, aromatic spices, and hearty sweet potatoes, perfect for warming up on a chilly evening.

🇸🇷 Suriname$$

Mauritanian Ember Bites

Mauritanian Ember Bites are a flavorful and spicy lamb dish marinated with herbs and spices, offering a taste of North African cuisine.

🇲🇷 Mauritania$$

Bissau Bites

Bissau Bites offer a tantalizing fusion of flavors, combining tender chicken with the rich creaminess of coconut milk and the zing of ginger and lime, making it a savory delight.

🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau$$

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