West African Cuisine Guides
Curious about the cuisines of West Africa? Read our guides and essays to deepen your knowledge of West African food history, cooking techniques, ingredients, and more.
Explore West African Cuisines
Nigerian Lafun
Nigerian Jollof Rice
Nigerian Fried Rice
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Curry-Flavored Nigerian Stock
Nigerian Chin Chin
Nigerian Meat Pies
Puff Puff (Nigerian Fried Yeasted Dough)
Akara (Nigerian Black-Eyed Pea Fritters)
Nigerian Pepper Soup Recipe
Nigerian Egusi Soup
Nigerian Eba
Dodo (Nigerian Plantains) Recipe
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Chicken Yassa (Senegalese Braised Chicken With Caramelized Onions)
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Obe Ata (Nigerian Red Pepper Sauce) Recipe
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Hibiscus-Pineapple Skin “Tea”
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Ghanaian Chicken and Peanut Stew (Groundnut Soup) Recipe
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Nigerian Beef Suya (Spiced Grilled Skewers) Recipe
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Ghanaian Goat and Tripe Peanut Stew (Groundnut Soup) Recipe
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Hominy and Spinach in Tomato-Garlic Broth From 'Afro-Vegan'