African food includes a wide run of cuisines and dishes that change incredibly depending on the locale and culture. However, a few common components of African food incorporate the utilize of grains such as maize, millet, and sorghum; root vegetables such as yams and cassava; and leafy greens such as spinach and collard greens.
Tajine
Tajine is a stew that originated in North Africa and is common in Algeria and Morocco.
Tajine is made with spices, slow-cooked meats, seasonings and vegetables or fruits.What makes tajine unique is its sweet and sour taste. The flavors of fruit and meat mix into a savory taste.However, Tunisian staghini is a bit different. Tunisian food is like a frittata, filled with fresh herbs, starch, and small pieces of meat.
The tajine gets its name from the pottery it is served in. While I love a hearty lamb tagine, the vegetarian version is just as rich and delicious.
Bobotie
Bobotie is a South African dish made with meat and eggs.
Bobotie can be served with various side dishes & chutney.
Typical meat choices include:
- Beef
- Pork
- Lamb
We can use raisins,walnuts etc as toppings.
. These toppings sweeten the dish.
Bobotie is made with bay leaves on top for added flavor. Bobotie is said to be3 the national food in Africa.
Braai
Braai is a South African method of cooking meat, often served on holidays or special occasions.It’s reminiscent of an American barbecue, but lasts for hours. The fire used to cook the meat remained burning long after the food was eaten.Long cooking times allow South Africans to connect with family and friends by sharing drinks and stories by the fire.
The possibilities of what to cook on a roast are endless. You traditionally serve roasts, steaks, chicken, and other sausages. However, there are no rules about what can be put on a roast.I love stew with South African mielies, or corn on the cob, and fresh side salads.
It is also common to serve the meat with garlic bread and a creamy potato salad.
Ugali
Ugali is an African porridge that originated in Kenya. Porridge consists of cornmeal.Ugali is also called Sima. This dish is versatile and can be served with almost any meal or vegetable.The porridge is thicker and harder than Western porridge and needs to be cut with a knife and fork. Ugali is common in Africa, where it has dozens of regional names such as Kawunga in Uganda, Sakoro in Gambia and Mutuku in South Africa.
Bunny Chow
Bunny chow is a South African delicacy consisting of a loaf of hollow bread filled with curry.Bunny chow is best served warm and can be made with meat or vegetarian alternatives. This dish is extra filling and delicious.Plus, eating it is a very unique experience since you scoop out the curry with the bread, so get ready to get your hands dirty!
You can make this meal however you want, depending on dietary restrictions, how spicy you like your curry, and how many vegetables you want. Popular rabbit curries include:
- Chicken Curry
- Malay Vegetable Curry
- curry beans
- Lamb Curry
Its versatility makes it a popular dish, and many Africans top their rabbit kibble with chili paste
