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East African Mango and Cucumber salad

This salad offers fantastic combinations of crunchy and soft, sweet and tart. East Africa includes the countries Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia. East Africans have been eating mangoes since Persian traders brought them to Africa in the 10th century. kitchen gear…

West African Peanut Stew

This rich, beautiful stew is also called “groundnut stew” or maafe, which originated in Mali and is enjoyed throughout West Africa. The turmeric amps up the vibrant yellow color, but if you don’t have it, you can just add more…

Shakshuka

Shakshuka, fried eggs with tomatoes, onion, red pepper and spices in cast iron pan

Even if this Israeli breakfast dish weren’t so incredibly delicious, we’d love it for the name alone! Shock-SHOOKA. Serve it with crusty bread or whole-grain toast and a green salad. kitchen gear Ingredients Instructions Notes OR ELSE Skip the eggs, and serve the spicy…

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Moroccan Carrot Salad

Ingredients 6 medium carrots ½ small onion 1 large lemon 3 Tablespoons canola oil 1 teaspoon curry powder ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper ¼ cup dark or golden raisins Materials 2 small bowls Box grater Cutting board…

Jollof Rice

MyPlate Kitchen

Ingredients 2 pounds cooked meat, cut into 1-inch cubes (use chicken, bacon, shrimp, or smoked pork) 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup onion, yellow (finely chopped) 1/2 cup green peppers (finely chopped) ground ginger (1/2 teaspoon, optional) 1 can whole…

Couscous with Peas and Onions

MyPlate Kitchen

Ingredients 1 cup onion (finely chopped) 1/2 teaspoon sage (ground) 1 teaspoon olive oil 1 1/3 cups water 1 cup green peas (frozen) 1 cup couscous 1/2 salt (1/2 teaspoon, optional) Directions 1. Combine oil and onions in heavy skillet.…

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