Beef tibs is a traditional Ethiopian dish prepared using small cubes of beef, niter kibbeh (clarified butter), vegetables (such as onions, tomatoes and green peppers), herbs, garlic, ginger and berbere spice. Beef tibs are generally consumed with injera, a special sourdough pancake made with teff flour. There are many variations of this dish that use …
Malva Pudding is a cream soaked, cake dessert from South Africa. After baking, the hot apricot flavored cake is soaked in a buttery sweet cream making it very moist and giving it a thick pudding-like texture. Rather unusually for a cake, vinegar is an ingredient in the cake batter. This isn’t for flavor and once …
Bunny chow, also simply known as a bunny, is a popular South African street food dish prepared using a hollowed-out loaf of white bread which is filled with curry. Commonly used ingredients to prepare the curry include meat, chickpeas, potatoes and various different spices. Generally accompanied by a salad (including grated carrot, chilli and onion) …
Locusts are a group of specific species of short-horned grasshoppers in the family Acrididae, consisting of a swarming phase. Of all the other species, the desert locust (Schistocerca gregaria) is perhaps the most common owing to its extensive distribution (North Africa, the Middle East, and the Indian subcontinent) and its capability to migrate over long …
Tanzania is a large country in East Africa bordered by Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda and Burundi on its North. On its East is the Democratic Republic of Congo and on its south borders are Zambia, Malawi and Mozambique. It has a population of over 60 million people and is the location of Africa’s tallest peak, Mount …
Sierra Leone is a country located on the west coast of Africa, bordered by Guinea to its North and East and Liberia to its South. It has a growing population of a little over 8 million people, which is made up of 16 ethnic groups or tribes. While each ethnic group has its own language, …
Malawi is a landlocked country located in South-eastern Africa. Previously recognized as Nyasaland, Malawi is surrounded by Zambia, Tanzania and Mozambique. The country is home to a beautiful freshwater lake called Lake Malawi, which is quite the highlight of the country. Also known as “The Warm Heart of Africa”, Malawi is famous for comprising the …
Libya, best known for its ancient Greek and Roman ruins and Sahara desert landscapes, is the fourth-largest country in Africa and is bigger than the state of Alaska. Most Popular Libyan Dishes Libya’s geography and ethnic makeup have a significant influence on its cuisine, with influences from the Mediterranean, its native Berber population and its …
Camel meat is considered to be one of the leanest red meats available. With a little bit of a sweet aftertaste, camel meat is very similar to beef in terms of flavor and texture. A camel burger also looks relatively similar to a traditional beef burger but camel meat contains less cholesterol and is very …
Tunisia is an Arabic speaking country located on the northernmost tip of Africa, bordering Libya and Egypt. It is well known for its fascinating history including the ancient city of Carthage which is found in its capital, Tunis. As well as incredible heritage sites, Tunisia also has a Mediterranean-bordering coastline of clear waters and beautiful …
Although Ghana is a relatively small country in Western Africa, it has a population of 30 million and was the first sub-Saharan country to achieve independence from colonialism. The country is not only famous for their great leaders, but also for a cuisine that is deeply rooted in their culture and history. Most Popular Ghanaian …
Cameroon is a country located in the heart of West Africa. Abundantly blessed with wildlife and varied terrain, Cameroon borders Nigeria and is situated right amongst many other major African nations, of which the cuisine is a vivid reflection. Cameroonian cuisine is inspired by the mix of different cultural groups and diverse ethnicities from across …
Zimbabwean food is usually defined by fresh ingredients and traditional recipes unchanged over decades. Many Zimbabwean dishes are considered to be staple dishes in Africa as they utilise ingredients that are abundant across much of the continent. Zimbabweans have always been very resourceful when it comes to preparing their food. They tend to maximize the …
Biltong is a famous South African treat that you can make at home, which is similar to beef jerky but the way of cooking it is air-dried. It is an easy dish to prepare where the beef is air-fried and seasoned with coriander, pepper, vinegar, and sweetened by brown sugar. Origin & Cultural Significance Biltong …
Chakalaka is a spicy tomato bean sauce that originates from South Africa. It is essentially a spicy vegetable relish which is served with bread, curry and stews. Often used as a marinade for kebabs and meat, in hamburgers and fish, it is a very adaptable dish as a variety of vegetables and spices can be …
Chicken in a hole is the Botswana-style of cooking chicken barbecue. A pit is dug to cook a whole chicken covered with cabbage leaves and aluminium foil, hot coals are added to help it cook underground. Botswana-style chicken in a hole is prepared in traditional fashion. A Botswana host shows a sign of respect and …
Moambe, also called Poulet Moambe, Nyembwe Chicken or Muamba de Galinha, is a simple African dish of chicken smothered in tomato and peanut sauce. It is very easy to prepare and is popular in both the Congos (Republic of the Congo and Democratic Republic of Congo) where it is the national dish, as well as …
Ethiopia, located in the Eastern horn of Africa, is one of the biggest countries in terms of size and population in both Africa and the world. It’s no surprise then that it is home to a culinary culture that packs a real punch! Ethiopian cuisine typically centres around the bread (injera) which is used as …