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    PUBLISHED: Feb 28, 2022 · UPDATED: Dec 30, 2022 by Precious · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    20 African Dinner Recipes To Try

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    Looking for African dinner recipes to try? From soups to stews and one-pot meals, here are 20 insanely good African dinner recipes to make at home.

    Here you'll find recipes from West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa, South Africa, and North Africa.

    Have a taste of the African Continent by cooking your way through these dinner recipes.

    Red tomato chicken stew

    African Dinner Recipes For Everyone

    No matter your taste or dietary preferences, you can find something you love in African cuisine. The African continent is made up of 54 countries and each country is blessed with a wide array of dishes.

    There is something for everyone from vegetarian options, vegan recipes, to seafood recipes and meaty recipes.

    Some of these African Dinner recipes are meals I grew up eating in my country of origin, Cameroon in Central Africa. Others are from all the other beautiful parts of the African continent.

    You are guaranteed to find something you love with this assortment of African dishes.

    Also making these is a great way to celebrate the different cultures of Africa!

    African Peanut Butter Stew served with rice and plantains. An easy African Dinner recipe.

    1. West African Peanut Stew

    West African Peanut Stew also known as Mafe or Maafe is a creamy nutty stew that is tasty on its own and perfect with rice. It is a good first recipe to make when seeking to try out African dinner recipes.

    You will love this recipe because it only takes about 30 minutes to make and it can be made with pantry staples you probably already have on hand.

    The star ingredient here is natural peanut butter and it is accentuated with vegetables (a good way to clean up the fridge!) and beef or chicken.

    For a vegan West African Peanut Stew, swap the beef or chicken for mushrooms. Still very good!

    African Peanut Stew - Mafe
    Luscious glistening African Peanut Stew! Travel to West Africa by making this hearty stew. It will give new meaning to your boiled rice. It will make you cry happy tears. It is one recipe you will want to make over and over again. Enjoy!
    Check out this recipe
    Bowl of African Peanut Stew
    Pilau in a pot - Rice Pilaf is an East African Dinner Recipe

    2. East African Pilau

    Pilau is an extremely fragrant East African party rice. This rice is gracefully present at East African parties.

    Serve Pilau with some Kachumbari, an easy Kenyan tomato, and, onion salad for the full East African Experience.

    Pilau
    This is Pilau: a fragrant one-pot rice meal. The rice is cooked in a fragrant broth loaded with spices. The aroma is out of this world! Pilau is a popular Kenyan dish conspicuously present at Kenyan parties! It is also popular in other East African countries. Get your spices, some long grain rice and let's make this East African delight!
    Check out this recipe
    East African Pilau
    Poulet DG in a pot

    3. Poulet DG (Chicken CEO)

    The meaning Poulet DG, a French phrase is Chicken CEO in English. It is the king of chicken and plantain dishes.

    The chicken is combined with sweet fried plantains and vibrant vegetables to create a meal that is fit for kings and queens.

    I highly recommend you try this Central African dinner recipe.

    Poulet DG
    Poulet DG (Directeur Général) is French for chicken CEO. That's because the dish was mostly served to high-ranking officials in Cameroon. It is a one-pot dish that combines chicken and plantains in a flavourful tomato sauce. It is so flavourful and a total party in the mouth.
    Check out this recipe
    Poulet DG, chicken and plantains Central African Dinner
    Poulet Yassa or Chicken Yassa is a West African Dinner Recipe

    4. Poulet Yassa or Chicken Yassa

    Chicken Yassa transforms chicken thighs into a lovely chicken and onion dish.

    This Poulet (Chicken) Yassa is a Senegalese dish that pairs so well with rice.

    Poulet Yassa (Chicken Yassa)
    This Poulet Yassa also called Chicken Yassa is chicken cooked in caramelized onions - one of West Africa's favorite dishes! Perfect with boiled rice for dinner. 
    Check out this recipe
    Senegalese Chicken Yassa
    Harira in a Bowl. North Africandinner recipe

    5. Harira (Moroccan Lentil and Chickpea Soup)

    Harira is a hearty Moroccan lentil and chickpea Soup. It is also vegetarian and gluten-free!

    So good with warm bread!

    Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe (Vegetarian & GF)| The Mediterranean Dish
    Easy Moroccan harira with lentils, chickpeas and loads of warm spices. Grab our recipe and expert tips for the best lentil and chickpea soup!
    Check out this recipe
    Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe (Vegetarian & GF)| The Mediterranean Dish
    Jollof Rice on a serving platter with cooked chicken thighs and drumsticks on top

    6. Jollof Rice With Chicken

    Jollof rice is the quintessential West African dinner recipe with different countries having varying versions.

    One common thing about Jollof rice is that it is often rice cooked in tomato sauce. It can be made with beef, chicken, goat meat, shrimp, or even vegan.

    This version with chicken is one of my children's favorite meals. Who can resist a good chicken and rice recipe?

    Jollof Rice With Chicken
    How to make really tasty Jollof Rice With Chicken. I love how this recipe makes a complete meal with rice, chicken and veggies!
    Check out this recipe
    Jollof Rice on a serving platter with cooked chicken thighs and drumsticks on top
    Senegalese dinner on serving platter: rice, fish and vegetables

    7. Thieboudienne (Senegalese Rice and Fish Dish)

    Thieboudienne, also known as tief of ceebu jen is a Senegalese traditional dish that contains fish, rice, tomato sauce and veggies cooked in one pot.

    It is the perfect dish for pescatarians or seafood lovers.

    Thieboudienne
    This Senegalese Rice and Fish Dish is a spectacular one-pot meal!
    Check out this recipe
    Senegalese dinner on serving platter: rice, fish and vegetables
    Mozambican Peri Peri Chicken

    8. Peri Peri Chicken

    Peri Peri Chicken or Piri Piri Chicken is a spicy insanely good chicken dish that is common in the Southern African countries of Mozambique and Angola.

    The chicken is marinated in a fiery Peri Peri Sauce and then grilled to perfection!

    Peri Peri Chicken
    This spicy Mozambican chicken dish pairs well with cooked rice, dinner rolls, and some salad.
    Check out this recipe
    Peri Peri Chicken With Pepper Sauce
    A  cast iron pot of South African Bobotie

    9. Bobotie (South African Curried Meat With a Creamy Topping)

    Bobotie, pronounced ba-boor-tea is a South African dinner recipe made up of curried meat topped with a creamy golden milk and egg mixture.

    So hearty, so satisfying and highly addicting!

    Bobotie
    Bobotie – hearty and comforting South African dish made primarily of curried minced meat topped with milk and egg mixture and baked to perfection.
    Check out this recipe
    Pan of African Chicken Stew

    10. Chicken Tomato Stew

    Tomato-based stews are common in West African countries and they can be made with chicken, beef or fish.

    This chicken tomato stew is so hearty and a Christmas-time favorite.

    African Chicken Stew
    If you want a stew recipe that is loaded with flavor, hard to stop eating and pairs well with rice, pasta, crusty bread, plantains, potatoes, yams, etc, you're welcome! This African Chicken Stew is so flavorful and perfect for festive days or weekends. This tomato stew is about to become your new favorite stew!
    Check out this recipe
    Pan of African Chicken Stew
    Bowl of Cape Malay Curry

    11. Cape Malay Chicken Curry

    Cape Malay Curry is one of the many lovely curry dishes of South Africa.

    This dish contains sweet and savory flavors and can be served over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.

    Cape Malay Chicken Curry
    Try the taste of South African cuisine from your own kitchen with this savory spiced Cape Malay Chicken Curry. 
    Check out this recipe
    South African Chakalaka

    12. Chakalaka (South African Vegetable Relish - Vegan and Gluten Free)

    This South African relish is a delicious way to fill up on vegetables!

    Chakalaka is a mush have during South African barbeques and it can be served with so many sides!

    Chakalaka
    Try this South African relish and you'll be hooked!
    Check out this recipe
    Chakalaka in a pot
    Chicken Tagine in a cast iron braiser

    13. Moroccan Chicken Tagine

    Moroccan Chicken Tagine is a chicken stew made with preserved lemon, olives and spices.

    You can serve Chicken Tagine on a bed of couscous or rice.

    Moroccan Chicken Tagine
    Chicken tagine is a traditional Moroccan dish of chicken pieces braised with spices, garlic, onion, olives, and preserved lemons. It’s company-worthy yet easy to throw together.
    Check out this recipe
    Chicken Tagine in a cast iron braiser
    Moroccan Couscous in dish - North African dinner

    14. Moroccan Couscous With 7 Vegetables

    Couscous is a grain that is commonly eaten in North Africa. It pairs so well with vegetables and protein.

    This Moroccan Couscous with 7 Vegetables is a much-loved comfort food.

    Moroccan Couscous With 7 Vegetables
    An authentic recipe for Moroccan Couscous with Seven Vegetables, the ultimate comfort food to enjoy with family and friends.
    Check out this recipe
    Moroccan Couscous
    Shakshuka in a cast iron skillet

    15. Shakshuka (Vegetarian)

    Shakshuka is a North African and Middle Eastern dish consisting of eggs that are poached in a tomato-based sauce.

    Get some crusty bread and dig in!

    Shakshuka
    Easy shakshuka made with eggs that are gently poached in a simmering mixture of tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, and garlic. A few warm spices and some fresh herbs complete this satisfying one-skillet dish!
    Check out this recipe
    Shakshuka in a cast iron pan
    Egyptian Fava Beans

    16. Ful Medames (Egyptian Fava Beans) - Vegan

    Ful Medames or Foul Mudammas is an Egyptian Stew made with fava beans, olive oil, garlic, cumin and fresh herbs.

    Grab some warm pita bread and dig in!

    Ful Medames
    Foul Mudammas recipe, made with hearty, creamy fava beans and loaded with flavor from ground cumin, fresh herbs, and a zippy lemon garlic sauce with hot peppers! 
    Check out this recipe
    Egyptian Fava Beans
    Sukuma Wiki in a Dish

    17. Sukuma Wiki (Kenyan Braised Collard Greens)

    Sukuma Wiki is an East African dish made up of braised collard greens. It can be made highly spiced with protein or it can be made very basic with just a few ingredients.

    Traditionally, it is served with ugali, a stiff type of maize flour porridge.

    Sukuma Wiki | African Braised Collard Greens
    Sukuma Wiki - A perfect addition to a nice lunch or a cozy dinner. Delicious, quick, and healthy! It requires few ingredients, little effort, short cook time, and a delicious outcome!
    Check out this recipe
    Sukuma Wiki | African Braised Collard Greens
    Moambe Chicken

    18. Congolese Moambe Chicken

    Congolese Moambe Chicken also called Poulet Moambe is said to be the national dish of The Congos in Central Africa.

    Similar versions of this dish are prepared in Gabon (poulet nyembwe) and Angola (moamba de galinha).

    It is chicken cooked with peanut butter and spices. Serve over rice or any starchy or low carb side you like.

    Moambe chicken (Poulet moambe)
    Moambe chicken (Poulet Moambe) is a savory and versatile Congolese chicken dish that has an exciting and unique taste!
    Check out this recipe
    Moambe chicken (Poulet moambe)
    Egusi Soup and Garri (Eba)
    Egusi Soup Served with Garri

    19. Egusi Soup

    The main ingredient in Nigerian Egusi Soup is egusi (white pumpkin seeds). This soup is nutty, spicy and filled with exotic flavors and umami.

    I learned how to make egusi soup years ago when I lived in Nigeria. Since then it has been a staple in my home.

    Enjoy Egusi Soup with fufu or garri for an exciting West African food experience.

    Egusi Soup - Nigerian Egusi Soup
    Egusi soup made the Nigerian way with red palm oil and different kinds of meats. Enjoy with pounded yam, garri or other kinds of fufu.
    Check out this recipe
    Egusi Soup recipe - Africa
    water fufu on a plate

    20. Fufu

    Fufu is a staple in West and Central African countries. It is a starchy side dish with mostly a dough-like consistency and it is served with a variety of soups and stews.

    Different kinds of fufu include pounded yam, cassava fufu, plantain and cassava fufu, and, corn fufu.

    Some soups that go well with fufu are okra soup and egusi soup.

    How to Make Water Fufu from Scratch - Cassava Fufu
    Fufu is a staple in a good number of African countries. This version is made by fermenting cassava (yuca roots) then blending and cooking. It can be enjoyed with any soup of choice.
    Check out this recipe
    cassava fufu recipe
    Red tomato chicken stew

    20 African Dinner Recipes To Try

    Looking for African dinner recipes to try? From soups to stews and one-pot meals, here are 20 insanely good African dinner recipes to make at home.
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    Course: Recipes
    Cuisine: African
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 401kcal
    Author: Precious

    Ingredients

    • West African Peanut Stew
    • East African Pilau
    • Poulet DG
    • Poulet Yassa or Chicken Yassa
    • Harira
    • Jollof Rice With Chicken
    • Thieboudienne
    • Peri Peri Chicken
    • Bobotie
    • Chicken Tomato Stew
    • Cape Malay Curry
    • Chakalaka
    • Moroccan Chicken Tagine
    • Moroccan Couscous With 7 Vegetables
    • Shakshuka
    • Ful Medames
    • Sukuma Wiki
    • Moambe Chicken
    • Egusi Soup
    • Fufu

    Instructions

    • Choose your favorite recipe.
    • Gather all the required ingredients.
    • Cook and enjoy your African dinner.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 401kcal
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    Welcome to my core! I am Precious Nkeih, the recipe developer and writer right here on my blog, Precious Core. My goal is to show you insanely delicious recipes you can replicate in your kitchen. And I love to tell stories too. Hope you find recipes here that will make cooking easier for you! Check me out on YouTube at YouTube.com/PreciousKitchen.

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    1. Jennifer Morrison says

      March 05, 2022 at 5:41 am

      Hello I so enjoy watching your cooking channel I enjoy the way you do the sauce for the chicken, but mine always comes out tasting of the tomato puree.
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      • Precious says

        March 06, 2022 at 7:17 pm

        Thank you, Jennifer! For the chicken sauce, you have to cook the tomatoes down for a while. Also, the spices and herbs yield so much flavor to the sauce so it doesn't taste like tomato puree. Hope this helps.

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