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West African Recipes
57 recipes — each showing allergens, prep time, and servings. Page 3 of 3.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Plasas
Sierra Leone's beloved stew of dark, leafy greens slow-cooked with palm oil, smoked fish, and peanuts until the flavors meld into something rich and deeply satisfying.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Nigerian Fried Rice
A vibrant party-style rice stir-fried with curry, mixed vegetables, and liver for an unmistakably Nigerian celebration centerpiece.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Tapalapa
West Africa's crusty artisan bread — baked in wood-fired clay ovens for a shatteringly crisp crust and a chewy, slightly earthy interior perfect for mopping up stew.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Boli
Plantains roasted directly over open coals until caramelized outside and meltingly soft within — smoky, sweet, and satisfying, eaten with groundnuts or spicy sauce.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Ayamase
A bold, fiery green pepper sauce made with bleached palm oil and assorted meats — complex, deeply savory, and the iconic pairing for smoky ofada rice.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Ewedu
Jute leaves blended into a silky, draw soup with a clean, grassy flavor — light yet deeply nutritious, and a classic Yoruba pairing with amala and gbegiri.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Gbegiri
Smooth, creamy bean soup made from peeled black-eyed peas cooked down until velvety — mild, nourishing, and the perfect trio partner alongside ewedu and amala.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Chicken Yassa
Bright, tangy, and deeply aromatic — chicken slow-braised with caramelized onions, lemon, and mustard until tender and glossy, a Senegalese comfort classic. Also known as Yassa Poulet.
West African Lens Verified Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Eba
Garri stirred rapidly into boiling water into a firm, golden swallow with a faint sour tang — versatile, filling, and the workhorse companion to virtually every Nigerian soup.
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