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Poisson Braisé au Moyo

Poisson Braisé au Moyo is a West African–style grilled tilapia served with a zesty, spicy moyo sauce made from tomatoes, onions, peppers, lemon, and herbs. It’s smoky, bright, and chili-forward with a fresh herbal finish.

🇧🇯 Benin$$

Mukeke

A Burundian/East African preparation of mukeke (Lake Tanganyika fish) seasoned with lemon, garlic, onion, tomato, and chili, then wrapped in banana leaf and steamed or grilled. Traditionally served with cassava, plantain, or rice.

🇧🇮 Burundi$$

Poisson Braisé de Conakry

Poisson Braisé de Conakry is a Guinean-style charcoal-braised tilapia marinated with garlic, ginger, citrus, and hot pepper, then fire-grilled and smothered in a tomato-onion-bell pepper relish. Served with steamed rice and caramelized plantains for a smoky, spicy, and zesty plate.

🇬🇳 Guinea$$

Frango Piri-Piri

Portuguese-style grilled Frango Piri-Piri: juicy chicken marinated with piri-piri chiles, garlic, lemon, olive oil, smoked paprika, oregano, and a splash of red wine vinegar for bright heat and smoky depth.

🇵🇹 Portugal$$

Kankankan Brochettes

Kankankan Brochettes are West African-style grilled beef skewers rubbed with a spicy peanut and chili blend, threaded with red onion and bell pepper, and brightened with lime. Smoky, nutty, and fiery, they’re perfect for the grill.

🇬🇳 Guinea$$

Deyay Meshwi

Deyay Meshwi is a Gulf-style grilled chicken marinated in yogurt, lemon, garlic, and warm spices like turmeric, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, cardamom, and saffron, then charred over high heat and finished with ghee. Bright parsley and sumac make it perfect with rice or warm pita.

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates$$

Agashe

Agashe is a Sudanese/Chadian-style grilled meat skewer coated in a spiced peanut rub, then flame-grilled and served with bread, lemon, and onions. It’s smoky, spicy, and nutty with a bright citrus finish.

🇸🇩 Sudan$$

Dibi

Senegalese Dibi: smoky grilled lamb marinated with mustard, garlic, ginger, lemon, vinegar, and warm spices, finished with soft onions and served with baguette and fries.

🇸🇳 Senegal$$$

Inihaw na Liempo

Inihaw na Liempo is a Filipino grilled pork belly marinated in a bright soy–calamansi–vinegar mix, then brushed with banana ketchup for a sweet-savory glaze and a hint of spice.

🇵🇭 Philippines$$

Cecina de Guanacaste

Cecina de Guanacaste is a Costa Rican specialty of thin, marinated beef seasoned with garlic, oregano, cumin, and achiote, then quickly seared or grilled for smoky, citrusy flavor. Traditionally served with warm corn tortillas and lime.

🇨🇷 Costa Rica$$

I've been...

Poisson Braisé au Moyo

Mukeke

Poisson Braisé de Conakry

Frango Piri-Piri

Kankankan Brochettes

Deyay Meshwi

Agashe

Dibi

Inihaw na Liempo

Cecina de Guanacaste

I've been...

Poisson Braisé au Moyo

Mukeke

Poisson Braisé de Conakry

Frango Piri-Piri

Kankankan Brochettes

Deyay Meshwi

Agashe

Dibi

Inihaw na Liempo

Cecina de Guanacaste