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Vegan african recipes

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Nigerian Jollof Rice

7 · 40 minutes · Spiced and cooked in flavorful tomato and pepper purée, Nigerian jollof rice is a well-loved, classic West African versatile side dish the whole family loves.

Ingredients

Produce
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1/4 tsp Ginger, ground
  • 1 Onion
  • 1 Red bell pepper, medium
  • 1 tsp Thyme, dried
  • 2 Tomatoes, medium
Canned Goods
  • 1 tbsp Tomato paste
Pasta & Grains
  • 2 cups Rice
Baking & Spices
  • 1 tbsp Cayenne
  • 1/2 tsp Curry powder
  • 1 tbsp Paprika, smoked
  • 1 tsp Salt
Oils & Vinegars
  • 1/4 cup Oil
Liquids
  • 2 cups Water
Vegan Efo Riro (Nigerian Spinach Stew)

This African spinach stew is a Nigerian delicacy and is packed full with flavors. Make a big pot of this efo riro, and have it with rice all week!

Across the African continent, soups and stews are a big part of many African culture diets. Here are a few soups and stews from West Africa from Ivory Coast to Nigeria and many cutlures in between. These recipes are all plant based friendly and gluten free with nut free options.

Vegan Tofu Yassa

Yassa is one of the most popular dishes in Senegal. It is an incredibly flavoured sauce made with caramelized onions, lemon (and/or mustard) and grilled chicken. It is a perfect balance of sweet and sour. For today's recipe, we are taking a vegan twist on this Senegalese classic. We

Ingredients

Produce
  • 1 Bay leaf
  • 1 tsp Chilli flakes, red
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 Lemon, Juice from medium
  • 3 Onions, large
  • 1/3 Scotch bonnet pepper
Refrigerated
  • 1 Tofu, extra firm
Canned Goods
  • 1 Veggie bouillon powder cube
Condiments
  • 2 tbsp Mustard, yellow
Baking & Spices
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
Oils & Vinegars
  • 1 Vegetable oil
Liquids
  • 1/2 cup Water
VEGAN SAKA SAKA (CONGOLESE CASSAVA LEAF & SPINACH STEW) Prep time : 15 minutes Cooking time : 2 hours 45 minutes Total time : 3 hours Yield : about 6 servings INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp neutral oil (avocado, canola or sunflower) 2 cups chopped red onion (about 1 large) 1/3 cup minced garlic (about 7 cloves) 2 green bell peppers, roughly chopped 1 ½ pounds of cassava leaves, thawed and drained (can be found in African grocery shops) ½ pound spinach leaves, fresh or frozen ½ habanero pepper, chopped

Creamy, rich, comforting and hearty, this stew is one that instantly brings me back to childhood. It is delicious eaten alongside rice and plantains.

Ingredients

Produce
  • 7 Garlic cloves
  • 2 Green bell peppers
  • 3 Green onions
  • 1/2 Habanero pepper
  • 1 Peanuts
  • 1 Plantains
  • 2 cups Red onion
  • 1/2 lb Spinach, fresh or frozen leaves
Canned Goods
  • 1 1/2 tsp Chicken bouillon powder, vegetarian
Condiments
  • 5 tbsp Peanut butter, natural
  • 1 Sauce, Spicy
Pasta & Grains
  • 1 Rice
Baking & Spices
  • 1 1/2 1 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1 Black pepper, Freshly cracked
Oils & Vinegars
  • 1 tbsp Neutral oil
Liquids
  • 5 cups Water, filtered
Other
  • 1 ½ pounds of cassava leaves (, thawed and drained)
  • Finely chopped parsley or green oion (, for garnish)
Ghanaian Vegan Red Red Stew - The Canadian African

This is a quintessential recipe every plant based person looking to explore West African recipe should try. Red Red is a very popular Ghanaian dish that is naturally plant based, consisting of black eye peas cooked in a thick and flavourful tomato sauce. This red red recipe is very

Ingredients

Produce
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 2 cups Beans, dry
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1/2 Red bell pepper
  • 1 Red onion, medium
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper
  • 2 cups Spinach
  • 1 Thumb sizes ginger
  • 3 Tomatoes
Canned Goods
  • 1/4 cup Tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp Veggie bouillon powder
Condiments
  • 1 2/3 cups Tomato sauce
Baking & Spices
  • 1 tsp Clove
  • 1 tbsp Curry powder
Oils & Vinegars
  • 1/4 cup Palm oil or vegetable oil, red
Nuts & Seeds
  • 1 tbsp Cumin, powder
Afia (previously thecanadianafrican) on Instagram: "Yam Balls Recipe • 1/2 large West African yam • 1 small onion diced • 5 basil leaves • 3 stems of chives • salt and black pepper to taste • 3 heaping tbsp of Hellman’s Green Goddess dressing • 1/4 cup of flour • 1/2 cup of plant-based milk • 2+ cups of panko breadcrumbs Dressing • 3 tbsp of Hellman’s Ranch Dressing • 1 small jalapeño diced • salt and pepper to taste Directions 1. Slice yam into 1/2 inch discs, peel, wash an

Afia (previously thecanadianafrican) on Instagram: "Yam Balls Recipe • 1/2 large West African yam • 1 small onion diced • 5 basil leaves • 3 stems of chives • salt and black pepper to taste • 3 heaping tbsp of Hellman’s Green Goddess dressing • 1/4 cup of flour • 1/2 cup of plant-based milk • 2+ cups of panko breadcrumbs Dressing • 3 tbsp of Hellman’s Ranch Dressing • 1 small jalapeño diced • salt and pepper to taste Directions 1. Slice yam into 1/2 inch discs, peel, wash an

African Peanut Stew with Kale

This African peanut stew with kale is a one-pot meal that's naturally vegan and incredibly flavourful. The peanut stew is super easy to make for a comforting dinner that'll please the entire family.

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