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African Recipes

Bold, communal & richly spiced

African cuisine is extraordinarily diverse, ranging from North African tagines to West African jollof rice and East African pilau. Shared pots and communal eating are at its heart.

📖 18 recipes⚡ 2 under 30 minJollof RiceInjeraEgusi Soup
Vegetable Tagine Recipe

Vegetable Tagine Recipe

Vegetarian70 min
Marrakesh Vegetable Curry Recipe

Marrakesh Vegetable Curry Recipe

Vegetarian35 min
Moroccan Chickpeas Curry with Quinoa and Coriander Curd Recipe

Moroccan Chickpeas Curry with Quinoa and Coriander Curd Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian55 min
Spicy Moroccan Eggs Recipe

Spicy Moroccan Eggs Recipe

Eggetarian40 min
Pumpkin Stew With Chickpeas Recipe

Pumpkin Stew With Chickpeas Recipe

Vegetarian40 min
Spicy Moroccan Rice With Chicken Recipe

Spicy Moroccan Rice With Chicken Recipe

High Protein Non Vegetarian50 min
Shakshuka With Spinach & Feta Cheese Recipe

Shakshuka With Spinach & Feta Cheese Recipe

Eggetarian55 min
Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower And Almond Soup Recipe

Moroccan Spiced Cauliflower And Almond Soup Recipe

Vegetarian25 min
Moroccan Eggplant And Garbanzo Stew Recipe

Moroccan Eggplant And Garbanzo Stew Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian40 min
Moroccan Harira Recipe (Thick Soup With Chickpeas & Masoor Dal)

Moroccan Harira Recipe (Thick Soup With Chickpeas & Masoor Dal)

Vegetarian85 min
Moroccan Chicken Stew Recipe With Sauteed Zucchini & Onion Dressing

Moroccan Chicken Stew Recipe With Sauteed Zucchini & Onion Dressing

Non Vegeterian65 min
Ras El Hanout Recipe (Moroccan Spice Powder)

Ras El Hanout Recipe (Moroccan Spice Powder)

Vegetarian35 min
Moroccan Roast Chicken with Apricots Recipe

Moroccan Roast Chicken with Apricots Recipe

High Protein Non Vegetarian140 min
Moroccan Chickpeas And Vegetable Stew Recipe With Couscous

Moroccan Chickpeas And Vegetable Stew Recipe With Couscous

High Protein Vegetarian40 min
Chickpea & Date Tagine Recipe

Chickpea & Date Tagine Recipe

High Protein Vegetarian75 min
Moroccan Lentil Stew Recipe With Raisins

Moroccan Lentil Stew Recipe With Raisins

High Protein Vegetarian45 min
Moroccan Spiced Millet And Lentil Salad Recipe

Moroccan Spiced Millet And Lentil Salad Recipe

Vegetarian30 min
Moroccan Chicken Burgers With Feta And Carrot Recipe

Moroccan Chicken Burgers With Feta And Carrot Recipe

Non Vegeterian45 min
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Frequently Asked Questions about African Recipes

What are the most popular African recipes?
Popular African recipes include Vegetable Tagine Recipe, Marrakesh Vegetable Curry Recipe, Moroccan Chickpeas Curry with Quinoa and Coriander Curd Recipe. What2Eat has 18+ African recipes with full instructions.
How long do African recipes take to cook?
Most African recipes take around 54 minutes on average. Quick dishes are ready in under 30 minutes; slow-cooked specialities may take up to 90 minutes.
Are there easy African recipes for beginners?
Absolutely. Every recipe on What2Eat includes step-by-step instructions designed for home cooks of all skill levels. 2 of our African recipes take 30 minutes or less.
Are there vegetarian African recipes?
Yes! Filter by "Vegetarian" or "Vegan" on the Discover page to find African dishes that match your diet.