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Discover Authentic African Cuisine

This document provides descriptions of 8 traditional African dishes along with brief overviews of their countries of origin. The dishes include: 1) Koki bean cake from Cameroon, 2) Couscous royale from Tunisia, 3) Chicken muamba from Angola, 4) Egusi soup with fufu from Nigeria, 5) Pap en Vleis/Shisa Nyama from South Africa, 6) Nyama na irio from Kenya, 7) Koshari from Egypt, and 8) Alloco from Ivory Coast. Each entry describes the key ingredients and preparation of the dish and highlights some notable geographic and cultural aspects of its home country.

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Discover Authentic African Cuisine

This document provides descriptions of 8 traditional African dishes along with brief overviews of their countries of origin. The dishes include: 1) Koki bean cake from Cameroon, 2) Couscous royale from Tunisia, 3) Chicken muamba from Angola, 4) Egusi soup with fufu from Nigeria, 5) Pap en Vleis/Shisa Nyama from South Africa, 6) Nyama na irio from Kenya, 7) Koshari from Egypt, and 8) Alloco from Ivory Coast. Each entry describes the key ingredients and preparation of the dish and highlights some notable geographic and cultural aspects of its home country.

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AFRICAN CUSINE

1. KOKI- BEAN CAKE

-peas are smashed, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed


-derives its characteristics bright red color and flavor from red palm oil as well as other condiments such
as crayfish, pieces of fish, and chili peppers
-from Cameroon

Cameroon, Central Africa


-a triangular shape country found in Central Africa of varied terrain and wild life
-also known as “Africa in Miniature” because of its geographical and cultural diversity
- Yaounde, the inland capital and biggest city, derive its name from Rio dos Camaroes (River of Prawns)

2. COUSCOUS ROYALE

-a staple dish enjoyed, in Tunisia, North Africa


-consists of steamed semolina

Tunisia, North Africa


-the smallest country in Northern Africa situated between Algeria and Libya
-along to Tunisia’s eastern Mediterranean coast is a broad coastal plain known as the Tunisian Sahel, the
area is famous for its Olive cultivation
-most popular tourist destinations in North Africa, it offers spectacular beaches and several diverse cities
with opportunities for shopping and dining
3. CHICKEN MUAMBA

-a spicy dish, oily brew consisting of palm butter, garlic, chilis, and okra,

Angola, Southern Africa


-a country on the western coast of Southern Africa
-it comes from the word Ngola which was an iron object that symbolized kingship among Mbundu and
Lunda people
-a country rich in natural resources including gems, metals, and petroleum

4. EGUSI SOUP(Melon Seed Stew) with Fufu

-serve spinach leaves, assortment of meats, fish, spices, oils and other condiments
-serves well with rice, potatoes, pounded yam, or well-made fufu balls

Nigeria, West Africa


-located on the western coast of Africa
- hundred languages are spoken in the country including Yoruba, Igbo, Fula, Hausa, Edo, Ibibio, Tiv, and
English
-abundant in natural resources notably large deposits of petroleum and natural gas
5. Pap en Vleis/Shisa Nyama
-stewed beef or braaied and starch

South Africa
-a large plateau dominates the centre of the country with rolling hills and falling plains and the coast
-bordered by Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and Eswatin
-renowned for its varied topography, great natural beauty, and cultural diversity

6. NYAMA NA IRIO

-comprises of mashed-up patotoes, peas, beans, corn onion, and served with spiced roasted meat
backed by alluring spices and condiments

Kenya, East Africa


-country in East Africa famed for its scenic landscapes and vast wildlife preserves
-capital city is Nairobi a sprawling city
-rich in tradition of oral and written literature including fables
7. KOSHARI

-a healthy vegetarian serving of rice, lentils, macaroni, garlic, and chickpeas brought together by a spicy
tomato sauce and topped off with fried onion

Egypt, North Africa


-located in Northeastern corner of Africa
-the Egypt’s heartland is the Nile River
-famous for its ancient civilization and some of the world’s most famous monuments including Giza
pyramids, the Great Sphinx and the ancient temples of Luxor dating back thousands of years

8. ALLOCO

-consist of Ivorian fried plantain served with chili pepper, onions or egg and tasty tomato sauce

Ivory Coast, West Africa


-also known as Cote d’Ivoire
-with legacy of beach resorts, rainforests, and a French colonial legacy
-known for its religious and ethnic harmony

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