Across Africa’s vast landscapes – from the spice-laced stews of North Africa to the smoky grills of Southern savannas -cooking is a communal art rooted in rhythm, resilience, and the garden’s bounty.

In this chapter of the Country Recipe Challenge, we explore dishes that honor ancient grains, bold spices, and herbs like coriander, mint, and African basil. Each recipe is a window into a region’s soul, shaped by climate, culture, and centuries of storytelling.

Whether you’re simmering a Moroccan tagine, folding injera in Ethiopia, or grilling suya in Nigeria, these recipes invite you to taste the continent’s warmth, grow its flavors in your garden, and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of African cuisine.

chicken stew

Example African recipes

chicken stew

Chicken cumin stew

Very easy to make in a slow cooker or on the hob.

Sweet apple mint tea

Sweet apple mint tea

You can make it either hot or iced in only a few minutes.

Lime mint lemonade

Lime mint lemonade

Lemonade with a lovely citrusy lime mint flavour

Spicy beef in tomato sauce

Spicy beef in tomato sauce

Quick and easy very tasty meal 

Recipes by country

  • Central African Republic – Chicken cumin stew
  • Morroco – Sweet apple mint tea
  • Sudan – Lime mint lemonade
  • Mauritius – Spicy beef in tomato sauce

The country recipe challenge.

These recipes are part of my country recipe challenge, where I am trying to find 1 recipe from each country in the world.

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