Vegetarian african recipes

Spiced and cooked in flavorful tomato and pepper purée, Nigerian jollof rice is a well-loved, classic West African versatile side dish the whole family loves.

African Peanut Stew is a wholesome dairy free meal, full of warm flavors. Make this recipe on a stove top, in a crock pot, or Instant Pot!

Matoke is a Ugandan stew made with Matoke (green bananas), vegetables, protein, and a spice mix. Our recipe for this typical African stew includes beans for plant-based protein and plantain instead of Matoke, as they are widely available. T #africanfood #africa #stew #veganstew #greenbanana #matoke

Chakalaka is a popular South African vegetable relish that has also become a beloved dish in Namibia. It is an easy, quick, and delicious recipe that combines a variety of flavors and complements many different dishes.

Whether you're eating it with pounded yam (classic!) or with rice, there's no denying the sheer deliciousness of egusi. It's efo riro's blinged out cousin with more texture, more nutrition and arguably more flavour. Egusi seeds are often sold whole or ground. I usually like to buy it whole and grind it myself, but if you want to save on time then go ahead and buy it ground. The seeds are derived from a gourd plant that is indigenous to West Africa. Other countries that grow and use egusi…

This is a simple and easy-to-follow vegetarian efo riro, a popular Nigerian soup, that is delicious and healthy.

This vibrant and flavourful Bambara bean and plantain traybake is the perfect way to enjoy the rich and nutritious ingredients of Africa. Simply bake and serve on its own, or with rice or flatbreads. All gluten-free, nutritious, and hearty!

This African spinach stew is a Nigerian delicacy and is packed full with flavors. Make a big pot of this efo riro, and have it with rice all week!

This healthy vegan, gluten-free West African Peanut Stew features protein-rich white beans, sweet potatoes, and kale. It's a comforting but feel-good vegan dinner! #stew #comfortfood #healthycomfortfood #vegancomfortfood #veganuary #rainbowplantlife

In this easy vegetable dish from Ghana, fresh spinach are stewed with saucy plum tomatoes and sweet, spicy habanero chillies. It's the perfect side to a proper West African meal alongside rice and plantains.