Questions tagged [african]
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Why doesn't Greek cuisine use a lot of spices, compared to neighbors?
According to what I know almost all countries in the Mediterranean which surround Greece use a lot of spices in their cuisine. Greece itself has been occupied by such countries for hundreds of years. There has always been trade and travel between…
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What are the primary differences between Ethiopian and Eritrean food?
As far as I can tell based on restaurants in the US, the cuisines of Ethiopia and Eritrea are quite similar. Are there any characteristic differences between the two, or dishes that belong strongly to one and not the other?
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Harissa and Ras El Hanout (North African staple spice blends)
I am counting the days until my first batch of preserved lemons will be ready. I've read several tagine and couscous recipes, I'm excited, this is uncharted territory for me.
In addition to my preserved lemons, a couple of exotic (for me)…
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Difference between Vietnamese and Moroccan preserved lemons?
One ingredient that I enjoy using is Moroccan preserved lemons, which are lemons that have been packed in salt. However, I don't always get around to making my own, so I sometimes buy them at Middle Eastern markets, where jarred ones are quite…
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What is a bolo roast.
I'm trying to make bultong (South African meat jerky) for a friend from there and he said I need bolo. What cut of meat would this be in America?
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What are some kid-friendly dishes from Kenya?
Background: Last year, my kids' school play was The Sound Of Music. I was asked to make food for the cast party. No problem. My family is from Austria; I made schnitzel for 75. It's mentioned in one of the songs and, of course, I did not make it…
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Common term for "roughly-grind Semolina" (as used to make couscous)
A course common in all North-African coast cuisines is Couscous, which is made of "roughly-grind Semolina" lightly cooked or steamed with a bit of water and salt;
Very often, a vegetable based stew is poured upon the Couscous and then served.
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Can you use cooking oil to make "African Drop Doughnuts"?
Do you have to use deep-fry oil or corn oil to make "African Drop Doughnuts" or can you use cooking oil?
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