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A traditional Beninese dish: savory tomato-infused maize dough (amiwo) served with tender chicken simmered in a rich tomato–palm oil sauce.
Phall is an ultra-spicy British-Indian curry featuring tender chicken thighs simmered with tomatoes and an incendiary mix of red and green chilies, including habanero. Finished with fenugreek, garam masala, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
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.
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.
Seared tuna in a fragrant coconut–lime sauce, finished with crushed ngali nuts for buttery crunch and fresh herbs for brightness. A vibrant, island-inspired main that’s quick enough for weeknights yet special enough for guests.
A rich, savory West African palm butter soup brimming with beef, chicken, smoked fish, and shrimp, simmered with aromatics, peppers, and greens. Traditionally served over rice, it’s hearty, spicy, and deeply flavorful.
Zaw is a simple, spicy-garlic mozzarella pizza: crisp olive-oil-brushed dough topped with tomato sauce, melty mozzarella, garlic, oregano, basil, and a hint of chili flakes.
Genfo is a traditional Ethiopian barley porridge formed into a thick mound with a well in the center, filled with niter kibbeh and berbere for a savory kick—or drizzled with honey for a sweet version. Hearty, comforting, and simple, it’s most often enjoyed warm for breakfast.
Akpeteshie Kelewele is a Ghanaian street-food classic: ripe plantains marinated with ginger, garlic, cayenne, warm spices, lime, and a splash of akpeteshie, then fried until caramelized and crisp at the edges. Finished with roasted peanuts for crunch and aroma.
Sikam Paa is a Bhutanese–Sikkimese style smoked pork belly stew, simmered with ginger, garlic, dried red chilies, and tingling Sichuan peppercorns. Rich, smoky, and boldly spiced, it highlights the numbing heat that pairs perfectly with fatty pork.
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