Palm Nut Soup (Banga/Dékoun Soup—Togolese Style)
Rich, Warming & Deeply Rooted in Tradition Palm Nut Soup is a deeply nourishing West African soup made from palm […]
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Traditional and modern African home cooking.
Puff Puff (Nigerian Sweet Fried Dough Balls)
Puff Puff is one of West Africa’s most loved street snacks—soft, fluffy, lightly sweet, and perfect for sharing with friends
Gizdodo—Gizzard and Fried Plantain in Spicy Nigerian Sauce
Gizdodo is one of Nigeria’s most beloved party and street foods—a delicious mix of fried plantains and sautéed gizzard tossed
Akara—Nigerian Black-Eyed Bean Fritters (Crispy, Soft & Perfect!)
✨ Short Introduction Akara is one of Nigeria’s most beloved street foods—crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy on
KELEWELE—Spicy Fried Plantains (Mani’s Kitchen Table Format)
🇬đź‡đź‡ąđź‡¬ Origin: Ghana / West Africa Kelewele is a beloved West African street snack—crispy, spicy, sweet fried plantains bursting with
Bissap & Gnamakoudji (Hibiscus & Ginger Drinks)
✨ Bright, refreshing, and full of West African soul. Bissap and Gnamakoudji are two of Togo’s most loved homemade drinks—always
🥜 Groundnut (Arachide) Sauce with Meat, Fish or Chicken
Rich, Comforting & Deeply Nourishing Groundnut (arachide) sauce is a beloved West African dish enjoyed across Togo and beyond. Made
Moi Moi—Soft, Healthy & Flavorful Nigerian Bean Pudding
Moi Moi is a steamed bean pudding made with blended black-eyed beans, peppers, and onions. Soft, healthy, and full of
Pounded Yam & Efo Riro—Smooth, Hearty & Delicious
A perfect pairing: soft, stretchy pounded yams served with rich, flavorful Efo Riro, a Nigerian spinach stew cooked with peppers,
Egusi Soup—Rich, Creamy & Full of Nigerian Flavor
Egusi soup is a beloved Nigerian classic made from ground melon seeds simmered in a rich, savory blend of tomatoes,