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The image above shows the entire continent of Africa with West Africa picked out in red. West Africa is formed from sixteen states: 1: Benin; 2: Burkina Faso; 3: Côte d'Ivoire; 4: The Gambia; 5: Ghana; 6: Guinea; 7: Guinea-Bissau; 8: Liberia; 9: Mali; 10: Mauritania; 11: Niger; 12: Nigeria; 13: Senegal; 14: Sierra Leone; 15: Togo. Also included are the islands of Cape Verde, off the Senegalese coast (not shown on the map). |
The Alphabetical lists of recipes from the countries of West Africa follows:
| African Fish Curry Powder Origin: West Africa | Fried Sweet Potatoes Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Roast Pepper Chicken Origin: West Africa |
| African Hot Sauce Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Fritters Origin: West Africa | Sauce aux Crevettes (Shrimp Sauce) Origin: West Africa |
| African Stew Curry Powder Origin: West Africa | FuFu Origin: West Africa | Sauce Verde Origin: West Africa |
| Beans and Rice Origin: West Africa | Gali Akpono Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Semolina and Ground Rice FuFu Origin: West Africa |
| Benachin Origin: West Africa | Ginger Beer Origin: West Africa | Spicy Okra and Turnip Greens Origin: West Africa |
| Benne-seed Wafers Origin: West Africa | Grilled Tilapia Origin: African | Spicy West African Yam Soup Origin: West Africa |
| Boiled Plantains Origin: West Africa | Hot Pepper and Anchovy Sauce Origin: West Africa | Spinach and Peanut Butter Stew Origin: West Africa |
| Caakiri Origin: West Africa | Hot Pepper Sauce Origin: West Africa | Succotash (Corn and Beans) Origin: West Africa |
| Cabbage and Pineapple Salad Origin: West Africa | Jollof/Djolof Rice Origin: West Africa | Sweet Potato and Roast Cashew Soup Origin: West Africa |
| Cabbage Soup with Spicy Meatballs Origin: West Africa | Lemony Chicken Okra Soup Origin: West Africa | Um'bido Origin: sub-Saharan Africa |
| Cassava Soup Origin: West Africa | Moy-moy Origin: West Africa | West African Couscous Origin: West Africa |
| Chicken in Peanut-Tomato Sauce Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Ogi Origin: West Africa | West African Curry Powder Origin: West Africa |
| Chicken Pepper Soup Origin: West Africa | Oto (Mashed Yams with Eggs) Origin: West Africa | West African Fish Rub Origin: West Africa |
| Chicken with Egusi Origin: West Africa | Palaver 'Sauce' Origin: West Africa | West African Fried Chicken Origin: West Africa |
| Chilli Um'bido Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Palm-oil Chop Origin: West Africa | West African Koki Origin: West Africa |
| Coconut Milk Origin: African | Pastels Origin: West Africa | West African Mango and Papaya Salsa Origin: West Africa |
| Coconut Pie Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Peanut Soup Origin: West Africa | West African Meat Kebabs Origin: West Africa |
| Coconut Rice Origin: West Africa | Peanut Soup II Origin: West Africa | West African Meat Loaf Origin: West Africa |
| Cow Skin Origin: West Africa | Peanut Stuffing for Roast Chicken Origin: West Africa | West African Pot Roast Origin: West Africa |
| Crunchy Cabbage Salad Origin: West Africa | Pepper Soup Origin: West Africa | West African Rice Pudding Origin: West Africa |
| Curried Cabbage Origin: West Africa | Perch Benachin Origin: West Africa | West African Roast Chicken Origin: West Africa |
| Dundu Oniyeri Origin: West Africa | Piri-Piri Sauce Origin: West Africa | Yam Balls Origin: West Africa |
| Dundun Oniyeri (Fried Yam) Origin: West Africa | Piri-Piri Sauce II Origin: sub-Saharan Africa | Yam FuFu Origin: West Africa |
| Fish and Onions in Tomato Sauce Origin: West Africa | Pumpkin and Tomato Soup Origin: West Africa |
Benin, officially: République du Bénin; Republic of Benin was formerly known as Dahomey (until 1975) or Dahomania. Its capital is Porto Novo, but the seat of government is Cotonou. The name "Benin" has no proper connection to Kingdom of Benin (or Benin City). The name Dahomey was changed in 1975 to The People's Republic of Benin, named after the body of water on which the country lies, the Bight of Benin. This name was picked due to its neutrality, since the current political boundaries of Benin encompass over fifty distinct linguistic groups and nearly as many individual ethnic groups. There are several dozen ethnolinguistic groups in Benin, representing three of Africa's language families: Niger-Congo, Nilo-Saharan, and Afroasiatic. The latter is represented by Hausa living mostly as merchants in the north, while Nilo-Saharan is represented by the Dɛndi, descending from the Songhai Empire. The Dɛndi language predominates along the Niger River in the far north, and is used as a lingua franca in Muslim areas throughout the north, in Alibori, Borgou, and Donga provinces. The largest ethnic group are the Fon, with 1.7 million speakers of the Fon language (2001), followed by the various Yoruba groups (1.2 million), the Aja (600,000), the Bariba (460,000), the Ayizo (330,000), the Fulbe (310,000), and the Gun (240,000). Near the ports in the south can be found people of lighter skin who are descended from returned Brazilian slaves. There are also small numbers of Europeans, principally French, and Asians, mainly Lebanese and Indians. ndigenous religions are followed by a majority of the people. They include local animistic religions in the Atakora (Atakora and Donga provinces) and Vodun among the Yoruba and Tado peoples in the center and south of the country. The town of Ouidah on the central coast is the spiritual center of Beninese vodun. |
| Ago Glain Origin: Benin | Calalu Origin: Benin | Poisson au Gril (Beninese Grilled Fish) Origin: Benin |
| Akassa Origin: Benin | Crabe Béninoise (Beninese Crabs) Origin: Benin | Riz au Gras ('Fat Rice') Origin: Benin |
| Akkra Funfun Origin: Benin | Dahomey Fish Stew Origin: Benin | Sésame Balls (Sesame Balls) Origin: Benin |
| Benin Red Sauce Origin: Benin | Flan au citron (Lemon Flan) Origin: Benin | Sauce d'Arachide (Peanut Sauce) Origin: Benin |
| Beninese Beef Stew Origin: Benin | Ingame Origin: Benin | Sauce de Tomates Crues (Raw Tomato Sauce) Origin: Benin |
| Beninese Bouille Origin: Benin | Mouton aux Arachides (Lamb in Peanut Sauce) Origin: Benin | Sauce Gumbo (Gumbo Sauce) Origin: Benin |
| Beninese Jollof Rice Origin: Benin | Moyo de Poulet Fume (Moyo of Smoked Chicken) Origin: Benin | Sauce Légume Origin: Benin |
| Beninese Peanut Sauce Origin: Benin | Pâté Blanche (White Pâté) Origin: Benin | Wagasi in Sauce Origin: Benin |
| Beninese Ragout Origin: Benin | Pâté Rouge (Red Pâté) Origin: Benin |
Burkina Faso (also known as Burkina) is one of the three landlocked countries in West Africa. The name itself can be translated "men of integrity," from the Moré language, and "Faso" means "father's house" in Dioula. Independence from France came in 1960. The 11,946,065 Burkinabè belong to two major West African cultural groups--the Voltaic and the Mandé. The Voltaic are far more numerous and include the Mossi, who make up about one-half of the population. Additionally, about 5,000 Europeans live in Burkina Faso. Approximately 50% of the population is Muslim; Christians account for about 30%, and followers of traditional African religions (typically animism of various forms) make up about 20%. Many Christians incorporate elements of animism into their religious practices. |
| Banfora Origin: Burkina Faso | Munyu Caf Couscous Origin: Burkina Faso | Tô Origin: Burkina Faso |
| Burkinabe Spiced Lamb Balls Origin: Burkina Faso | Savoury Beancakes Origin: Burkina Faso | |
| Maan Nezim Nzedo (Fish Stew with Vegetables) Origin: Burkina Faso | Spiced Lamb Balls Origin: Burkina Faso |
Côte d'Ivoire; officially: République de Côte d'Ivoire, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire Côte d'Ivoire is a republic with a strong executive power personified in the President. Its de jure capital is Yamoussoukro and the official language is French. The country is divided into 19 regions and 58 departments. Côte d'Ivoire's economy is largely market-based and relies heavily on agriculture, with smallholder cash crop production being dominant. 77% of the population are considered Ivorians. They represent several different people and language groups. An estimated 65 languages are spoken in the country. One of the most common is Dyula, which acts as a trade language as well as a language commonly spoken by the Muslim population. French, the official language, is taught in schools and serves as a lingua franca in urban areas (particularly Abidjan). The majority of Ivorians are largely Christian (primarily Roman Catholic) and animist. 4% of the population is of non-African ancestry. Many are French, Vietnamese and Spanish citizens, as well as Protestant missionaries from the United States and Canada. |
| Aloco Origin: Cote dIvoire | Halibut with Rice and Vegetables Origin: Cote dIvoire | Sauce Claire and Plantain Fufu Origin: Cote dIvoire |
| Aloko Origin: Cote dIvoire | Kedjenou Origin: Cote dIvoire | Sauce Claire and Plantain Fufu II Origin: Cote dIvoire |
| Cucumber and Courgette Salad Origin: Cote dIvoire | Kejenou Origin: Cote dIvoire | Soupe d'avocat Abidjanaise (Avocado Soup in the Manner of Abidjan) Origin: Cote dIvoire |
| Foutou Origin: Cote dIvoire | Poulet à la N'Gatietro (Chicken in the Manner of N'Gatietro) Origin: Cote dIvoire | Yams with Tomatoes Origin: Cote dIvoire |
The Gambia, officially: the Republic of The Gambia is the smallest country on the African mainland and is bordered on three sides by Sénégal. On 18 February 1965 The Gambia became independent from the British Empire and it became a republic in 1970. Banjul is its capital and Serrekunda the largest city. A wide variety of ethnic groups live in The Gambia with a minimum of intertribal friction, each preserving its own language and traditions. The Mandinka tribe is the largest, followed by the Fula, Wolof, Jola, and Serahule. The approximately 3,500 non-African residents include Europeans and families of Lebanese origin (roughly 0.23% of the total population). Muslims constitute more than 90% of the population. Christians of different denominations account for most of the remainder. Gambians officially observe the holidays of both religions and practice religious tolerance. |
| Churah Gerteh (Rice and Peanut Porridge) Origin: Gambia | Kebbeh Kunda Benachin Origin: Gambia | Sosfarin (Gambian Flour Soup) Origin: Gambia |
| Daomoda Origin: Gambia | Nyebbeh with Oli Gravy Origin: Gambia | Superkanja Origin: Gambia |
| Domada Origin: Gambia | Poulet Yassa (Chicken Yassa) Origin: Gambia |
Ghana; officially: The Republic of Ghana whose name means 'The Warrior King' It was inhabited in pre-colonial times by a number of ancient kingdoms, including the Ga Adangbes on the eastern coast, inland Empire of Ashanti and various Fante states along the coast and inland. Trade with European states flourished after contact with the Portuguese in the 15th century, and the British established a crown colony, Gold Coast, in 1874. The country achieved independence in 1957. The country's major ethnic groups are the Akan 49%, Moshi-Dagomba 16%, Ewe 13%, Ga 8%. European and other: 0.2% with the main religions: Christian 63%, Animism 21% and Muslim 16%. The main languages are English (official), along with various African languages (including Akan, Moshi-Dagomba, Ewe, Nzema, Dagaare, Gonja, Frafra, Hausa,Dangme and Ga). |
| Accra Banana Peanut Cake Origin: Ghana | Gari Biscuits Origin: Ghana | Nkrakra (Beef and Vegetable Stew) Origin: Ghana |
| Agushi Soup (Ghanaian Egusi Soup) Origin: Ghana | Gari Foto (Savoury Gari with Eggs) Origin: Ghana | Palaver Chicken Origin: Ghana |
| Akotonshi (Ghanaian Stuffed Crabs) Origin: Ghana | Ghanaian Fresh Fish Stew Origin: Ghana | Pineapple Spice Drink Origin: Ghana |
| Ashanti Chicken Origin: Ghana | Ghanaian Jollof Rice Origin: Ghana | Red-Red Origin: Ghana |
| Banku Origin: Ghana | Ghanaian Papaya Bread Origin: Ghana | Shitor Din Origin: Ghana |
| Banku Origin: Ghana | Jollof Rice with Chicken, Beef, and Ham Origin: Ghana | Shrimp with Red Sauce Origin: Ghana |
| Braised Chicken with Chillies Origin: Ghana | Kelewele (Hot Plantain Chips) Origin: Ghana | Smoked Fish Stew Origin: Ghana |
| Coconut Rice with Pork Origin: Ghana | Kenkey Origin: Ghana | Steamed Black-eyed Bean Dumplings Origin: Ghana |
| Coconut Soup Origin: Ghana | Kontomire Stew (Coco Yam Leaf Stew) Origin: Ghana | Tatale (Plantain Cakes) Origin: Ghana |
| Cowpea Stew Origin: Ghana | Kontomire Stew (Cocoyam Leaf Stew) Origin: Ghana | Terrine of Black-eyed Beans Origin: Ghana |
| Curried Rice with Beef Origin: Ghana | Kpakpo Shito (Fresh Shitor) Origin: Ghana | Tomato and Okra with Sliced Eggs Origin: Ghana |
| Dark Chilli Sambal Origin: Ghana | Kubecake Origin: Ghana | Waakye Origin: Ghana |
| Fante Kotokyim (Crab Meat Sauce) Origin: Ghana | Light Chicken Soup Origin: Ghana | |
| Fante Mbire Flowee (Beef and Mushroom Soup) Origin: Ghana | Nkatenkwan (Ghanaian Peanut Soup) Origin: Ghana |
Guinea; officially: République de Guinée; Republic of Guinea. Guinea is sometimes called Guinea-Conakry per its capital, to differentiate it from the neighboring Guinea-Bissau (whose capital is Bissau). The country attained independence from France on 2nd October 1958. The main ethnic groups are: Peuhl 40%, Malinke 30%, Soussou 20% with smaller groups making up less than 10% of the population. The country is predominantly muslim (85%) with 8% Christian and 7% following indigenous beliefs. The main languages are Fula; Maninka; Susu; French; Arabic; Wolof; Insula; Kissi with French being the official language. |
| African Guinea Fowl Origin: Guinea | Guinean Fried Sweet Potatoes Origin: Guinea | Maffi Hakko Origin: Guinea |
| Bouille Origin: Guinea | Guinean Peanut Sauce Origin: Guinea | Poulet de Guinée (Guinean Chicken) Origin: Guinea |
| Gombo Sauce Origin: Guinea | Herbed Polenta Origin: Guinea | |
| Guinea Hen with Chanterelles and Polenta Origin: Guinea | Kansiyé Origin: Guinea |
Guinea-Bissau; officially: República da Guiné-Bissau; Republic of Guinea-Bissau is one of the smaller of the African countries and the only African country whose official language is Portugese. It was formerly the Portuguese colony of Portuguese Guinea and upon independence on September 24, 1973 (ratified on September 10, 1974) the name of its capital, Bissau, was added to the country's official name in order to prevent confusion between itself and the Republic of Guinea (above). The population of Guinea-Bissau is ethnically diverse and has many distinct languages, customs, and social structures. Nearly 99% of Guineans are black and can be divided into the following three categories: Fula and the Mandinka-speaking people, who comprise the largest portion of the population and are concentrated in the north and northeast; the Balanta and Papel people, who live in the southern coastal regions; and the Manjaco and Mancanha, who occupy the central and northern coastal areas. Only 14% of the population speaks the official language Portuguese. 44% of the population speaks Kriol, a Portuguese-based creole language, and the remainder speaks native African languages. White Portuguese and mestiços speak one of the African languages and Kriol as second languages. French is also learned in schools, as the country is surrounded by French-speaking countries and a full member of the Francophonie. The majority of the populace follows traditional animist beliefs, with 45% of the population being Muslim, principally the Fula and Mandinka peoples Less than 8% are Christian, most of whom are Roman Catholic. |
| Baked Cassava with Cane Syrup Origin: Guinea-Bissau | Fish Stew Origin: Guinea-Bissau | Pea Soup and Meat Origin: Guinea-Bissau |
| Bolinhos de Mancarra com Peixe (Fish Peanut Balls) Origin: Guinea-Bissau | Macarra with Citi (Chicken with Peanuts and Palm Oil) Origin: Guinea-Bissau |
Liberia, officailly: the Republic of Liberia (whose name means 'The Land of the Free') was founded as an independent nation with support of the American government, for free-born and formerly enslaved Blacks and thus, is only one of two nations in Africa (along with Ethiopia) that didn't fall under European domination. Unfortunately, since 1989 the country has witnessed two civil wars, the First Liberian Civil War (1989–1996), and the Second Liberian Civil War (1999–2003), that have displaced hundreds of thousands of people and destroyed the country's economy. The country has been independent since 1847. The population of over 3 million comprises 16 indigenous ethnic groups and various foreign minorities. Indigenous peoples comprise about 95% of the population, the largest of which are the Kpelle in central and western Liberia. Americo-Liberians, who are descendants of freed slaves that arrived in Liberia as of 1821, make up an estimated 5% of the population, of whom half from US origin and half from the Caribbean. There also is a sizable number of Lebanese, Indians, and other West African nationals who make up a significant part of Liberia's business community. |
Mali; officially: République du Mali; Republic of Mali is the other land-locked country in West Africa (along with Burkina-Faso, above). Formerly French Sudan, the country was named after the Mali Empire following independence from France on September 22, 1960. The main ethnic groups in this country are: Mande 50% (Bambara, Malinke, Soninke), Peul (Fula/Fulani) 17%, Voltaic 12%, Songhai 6%, Tuareg and Moor 10%, other 5%; with French as the official language. By far the majority of the populace are Muslim (>90%) [mostly Sunni] with 9% indigenous animist beliefs and 1% Christian. The name of the country derives from the Bambara word for hippopotamus (with the animal appearing on the 5 franc coin), the name of its capital city, Bamako comes from the Bambara word meaning 'place of crocodiles'. |
| Couscous de Timbuktu Origin: Mali | Maasa (Sweet Millet Fritters) Origin: Mali | Spicy Fish and Okra Stew Origin: Mali |
| Jollof Rice with Lamb Origin: Mali | Malian Fish Stew Origin: Mali | Tigadeguena (Chicken in Peanut Sauce) Origin: Mali |
| Lemongrass Tea Origin: Mali | Meni-meniyong (Sesame-honey Sweet) Origin: Mali |
Mauritania; (Arabic: موريتانيا Mūrītāniyā); officially: الجمهورية الإسلامية الموريتانية; Al-Jumhūriyyah al-Islāmiyyah al-Mūrītāniyyah; République Islamique de Mauritanie [Islamic Republic of Mauritania] is a West African country named after the ancient Berber kingdom of Mauretania. The capital and largest city is Nouakchott, located on the Atlantic coast. The country achieved independence from France on November 28th, 1960. The populaton is 3 million of which 40% are mixed Arab/black; 30% are Arabic and 30% Black. The vast majority of the population are Muslim (99.84%) with most being Sunnis. The official languages are French and the Hassaniya dialect of Arabic. Other languages include Pulaar, Soninke and Wolof. |
| Chubbagin Lélé et Raabie Origin: Mauritania | Mauritanian Lamb Couscous Origin: Mauritania | Pepper Steak with Coconut Origin: Mauritania |
Niger; officially: République du Niger; Republic of Niger is the third of the land-locked countries of West Africa (along with Burkina Faso and Mali). The capital city is Niamey and independence was gained from France on August 3rd, 1960. The largest ethnic groups in Niger are the Hausa, who also constitute the major ethnic group in northern Nigeria,the Djerma-Songhai, who also are found in parts of Mali, the Anasara from the north and the west, and the Chinois, from the far east. Both groups, along with the Gourmantche, are sedentary farmers who live in the arable, southern tier of the country. The remainder of Nigeriens are nomadic or semi-nomadic livestock-raising peoples—Fulani, Tuareg, Kanuri, Arabs, and Toubou. As with neighbouring countries the vast majority of Niger's populace are Muslim. |
| Cecena Origin: Niger | Fari Masa Origin: Niger | Mo and Dunguri (Rice and Black-eyed Peas) Origin: Niger |
| Date Sauce Origin: Niger | Mango Salad Origin: Niger | Sauce Gumbo Origin: Niger |
Nigeria; officially: Ìjọba-Àpapọ̀ Orílẹ̀-èdè Naìjírìà; Republik Nijeriya; جمهورية نيجيريا; Republic nde Naigeria; Republik Federaal bu Niiseriya; Federal Republic of Nigeria gained independence from Britain on October 1, 1960 and became a republic on October 1, 1963. The capital then was the coastal city of Lagos, but since 1991, its capital has been the centrally-located city of Abuja. It is the most populous country in Afrca and re-achieved democracy in 1999 after a sixteen-year interruption; from 1966 until 1999 when Nigeria was ruled by military dictators who seized power in coups d'état and counter-coups during the Nigerian military juntas of 1966-1979 and 1983-1998. Current estimates put the population of Nigeria at over 131 million. Nigeria has more than 250 ethnic groups, with varying languages and customs, creating a country of rich ethnic diversity. The largest ethnic groups are the Fulani/Hausa, Yoruba, Igbo, accounting for 68% of population, while the Edo, Ijaw (10%), Kanuri, Ibibio, Nupe and Tiv comprise 27%; other minorities make up the remaining 7 percent.[33] The middle belt of Nigeria is known for its diversity of ethnic groups, including the Pyem, Goemai, and Kofyar. The number of languages currently estimated and catalogued in Nigeria is 521. This number includes 510 living languages, two second languages without native speakers and 9 extinct languages. In some areas of Nigeria, ethnic groups speak more than one language. The official language of Nigeria, English, was chosen to facilitate the cultural and linguistic unity of the country though Hausa, Igbo, Yoruba are also recognised as regional languages. |
| Aadun Origin: Nigeria | Funkaso (Millet Pancakes) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Sausage Rolls Origin: Nigeria |
| Adalu (Bean and Sweetcorn Pottage) Origin: Nigeria | Gbegiri (Bean Stew) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Spiced Chicken Pepper Soup Origin: Nigeria |
| Adun Origin: Nigeria | Green Stew Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Spiced Goat Meat Pepper Soup Origin: Nigeria |
| Afang Soup Origin: Nigeria | Guguru da Geda (Popcorn with Roasted Peanuts) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Spiced Mixed Meat Pepper Soup Origin: Nigeria |
| Afia Efere (White Soup) Origin: Nigeria | Hot Eko (Hot Cornflour Gruel) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Spicy Scrambled Eggs Origin: Nigeria |
| Akara Seke-pu (Bean and Melon Seed Fritters) Origin: Nigeria | Igbekere (Plantain Chips) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Spinach and Egg Stew Origin: Nigeria |
| Alapa (Palm-oil Stew) Origin: Nigeria | Ikokore Origin: Nigeria | O Jo Jo Meat Balls Origin: Nigeria |
| Amala Origin: Nigeria | Ila (Okra) Origin: Nigeria | Obe Ata (Nigerian Pepper Soup) Origin: Nigeria |
| Asaro (Yam Stew) Origin: Nigeria | Ila Alasepo (Okra and Spinach Soup) Origin: Nigeria | Obe Eja Dindin (Fried Fish Stew) Origin: Nigeria |
| Beef and Spinach Origin: Nigeria | Imoyo Eba Origin: Nigeria | Obe Eja Tutu (Fresh Fish Stew) Origin: Nigeria |
| Beju (Coconut and Cassava Biscuits) Origin: Nigeria | Isi Ewu (Spiced Goat Head) Origin: Nigeria | Obe-Onigba Origin: Nigeria |
| Black-eyed Beans and Plantains in Palm Oil Origin: Nigeria | Iyan (Pounded Yam) Origin: Nigeria | Ofobo Nmong Efere (Yam Pepperpot) Origin: Nigeria |
| Boli Origin: Nigeria | Kokoro Origin: Nigeria | Ogbono Soup Origin: Nigeria |
| Chicken and Beef Loaf Origin: Nigeria | Korokoro (Cornmeal Sticks) Origin: Nigeria | Ogbono Soup with Ugwu Origin: Nigeria |
| Chicken Imoyo (Chicken and Okra) Origin: Nigeria | Kuka Soup Origin: Nigeria | Ogbono Soup with Waterleaf Origin: Nigeria |
| Chicken Imoyo Origin: Nigeria | Kuli-kuli (Groundnut Cakes) Origin: Nigeria | Ojojo Origin: Nigeria |
| Chin Chin Origin: Nigeria | Kulikuli (Peanut Balls) Origin: Nigeria | Otong Soup Origin: Nigeria |
| Chin Chin II Origin: Nigeria | Mallow-leaf Stew Origin: Nigeria | Plantain Salad Imoyo Origin: Nigeria |
| Coconut Bean Soup Origin: Nigeria | Mango Sauce Origin: Nigeria | Puff-Puff (Nigerian Doughnuts) Origin: Nigeria |
| Dakua (Groundnut and Roast Maize Balls) Origin: Nigeria | Moi-Moi Origin: Nigeria | Ribs with Peanut Sauce Origin: Nigeria |
| Dodo Oni-yeri (Egg-coated Fried Plantain) Origin: Nigeria | Moyin-Moyin Origin: Nigeria | Shoko (Nigerian Beef and Spinach) Origin: Nigeria |
| Eba Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Beef and Sausage Origin: Nigeria | Shuku-shuku (Coconut Biscuits) Origin: Nigeria |
| Edikang Ikong Soup Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Buns Origin: Nigeria | Suya Origin: Nigeria |
| Efo (Vegetable Soup) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Chicken Stew Origin: Nigeria | Tom Brown Origin: Nigeria |
| Efo-riro (Vegetable Stew) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Fresh Fish Pepper Soup Origin: Nigeria | Tsiren Dakakken Nama (Spicy Mince Meat Kebabs) Origin: Nigeria |
| Egusi Soup Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Goat Stew Origin: Nigeria | Ukpo Origin: Nigeria |
| Egusi with Efo Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Groundnut Soup Origin: Nigeria | Vegetable Meat Balls Origin: Nigeria |
| Ekuru with Ata Sauce (Steamed Savoury Beans with Ata Sauce) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Guinea Fowl Stew Origin: Nigeria | Waina Origin: Nigeria |
| Ewa (Beans) Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Meat Pasties Origin: Nigeria | Yam Soup Origin: Nigeria |
| Ewedu Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Pancakes with Prawns Origin: Nigeria | Yam with Greens, Onion, and Okra Origin: Nigeria |
| Fried Ata Sauce Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Peanut Fool Origin: Nigeria | |
| Fried Pumpkin Origin: Nigeria | Nigerian Pepper Soup Seasonings Origin: Nigeria |
Senegal; (French: le Sénégal); officially: République du Sénégal; Republic of Senegal achieved independence from France on June 20th, 1960. Senegal has a wide variety of ethnic groups and, as in most West African countries, several languages are widely spoken. The Wolof are the largest single ethnic group in Senegal at 43%; the Peul and Toucouleur (also known as Halpulaar, Fulbe or Fula) (24%) are the second biggest group, followed by others that include the Serer (15%), Lebou (10%), Jola (4%), Mandinka (3%), Maures or Naarkajors, Soninke, Bassari and many smaller communities (9%). French is the official language, used regularly by a minority of Senegalese educated in a system styled upon the colonial-era schools of French origin (Koranic schools are even more popular, but Arabic is not widely spoken outside of this context of recitation). Most people also speak their own ethnic language while, especially in Dakar, where Wolof is the lingua franca. Islam is the predominant religion, practiced by approximately 95 percent of the country's population; the Christian community, at 4 percent of the population, includes Roman Catholics and diverse Protestant denominations. There is also a tiny minority (1%) who practice animism, particularly in the southeastern region of the country. Islamic communities are generally organized around one of several Islamic Sufi orders or brotherhoods, headed by a khalif (xaliifa in Wolof, from Arabic khalīfa), who is usually a direct descendant of the group’s founder. The two largest and most prominent Sufi orders in Senegal are the Tijaniyya, whose largest sub-groups are based in the cities of Tivaouane and Kaolack, and the Murīdiyya (Murid), based in the city of Touba. |
| Avocat aux Crevettes Senegalaise (Senegalese Shrimp and Avocado) Origin: Senegal | Kima (Chopped Beef and Chilli Fry) Origin: Senegal | Senegalese Rice and Fish Origin: Senegal |
| Bouye Drink (Baobab Fruit Drink) Origin: Senegal | L'Assiette des Assiettes (The Dish of Dishes) Origin: Senegal | Senegalese Vegetable Stew with Millet Origin: Senegal |
| Ceebu Jën (Rice and Fish) Origin: Senegal | Le Salade Côte Cap Verte Origin: Senegal | Stefan's Cëebu Jen Origin: Senegal |
| Chicken and Vegetable Curry Origin: Senegal | Mafé Origin: Senegal | Stew with Millet Origin: Senegal |
| Crâme Glacée d'Arachide (Peanut Ice Cream) Origin: Senegal | Maffe aux Legumes Arachid (Beef or Lamb in Peanut Butter) Origin: Senegal |