Explore every episode of the podcast Africa in my kitchen
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special - A Side of Salad | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:44:10 | |
The holiday season often means lots of food, which we happily endorse. Now if you’re looking for something healthier to add to your lineup of dishes, something tasty, and something a little different, we’ve got you. This episode is our season finale, our fourth Special and features salads from different parts of the continent. From Tunisia in North Africa, we have Omek Houria, a lovely spicy carrot salad that pairs well with tuna, olives, and eggs. From South Africa, there’s Chakalaka, a relish made with peppers, carrots, and baked beans. From Seychelles of the East African coast is Salade de Palmiste, made with Heart of Palm and onions. Finally, join us in West Africa where Ghana and Nigeria pretty much share a particular kind of salad. With its medley of vegetables, corned beef, baked beans, boiled eggs, and salad cream, this could easily be a large meal rather than a side. | |||
| Namibia - Malva Pudding | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:19:21 | |
Delve into this sweet, spongy dessert with us as we tell you a little about Namibia in south-west Africa. #NamibianFood #Namibia | |||
| Libya - M'battan | 14 Jul 2021 | 00:23:27 | |
Spicy minced meat meets potatoes in this delightful dish from Libya in North Africa. It can also serve as a good appetizer at a gathering. Try M’battan and thank us later. #Libya #LibyanFood | |||
| Liberia - Cabbage | 30 Jun 2021 | 00:19:29 | |
Mention “Liberian Cabbage” and many people may think you’re referring to a specific kind of cabbage grown in Liberia. Mention “Liberian Cabbage” to someone from Liberia, and odds are they’ll tell you something different. In Liberia, we try Cabbage. It is made with the well-known vegetable, but it is so much more fun to eat than ordinary cabbage 😊 #liberia #liberianfood | |||
| Lesotho - Oxtail Stew | 16 Jun 2021 | 00:17:18 | |
In the southern African Kingdom of Lesotho, we try a rich oxtail stew that is slow-cooked. Now, if you happen to have a multi-function pot, you could fast-cook your way to this pot of deliciousness. | |||
| Kenya - Beef Pilau | 02 Jun 2021 | 00:21:30 | |
We head east to Kenya for some Beef Pilau. This rice and potato dish owes its distinct taste to a warm, earthy masala mix. #Kenya #kenyanfood Introductory music: Suzanna by Sauti Sol (https://youtu.be/mFBJtuQ1Llc ) Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Guinea Bissau - Cafriela de Frango | 19 May 2021 | 00:19:26 | |
In West Africa lies Guinea-Bissau with its mix of Portuguese and indigenous culinary influences. This country puts a unique burst of flavour on a grilled chicken dish called Cafriela de Frango. #Guineabissau #Guineabissaufood Introductory music: Buruntuma by Salia Featuring Kimi Djabaté (https://youtu.be/w2EfD0jLWXM ) | |||
| Guinea - Mangoé Rafalari | 05 May 2021 | 00:17:06 | |
In Guinea, we try Mango Rafalari, a sweet yet slightly savoury mango sauce. Pair it with some rice, and you’re good to go! | |||
| Ghana - Gari Fortor | 21 Apr 2021 | 00:22:00 | |
In Ghana, off the west African coast, we take Garri (processed cassava grains) and toss it with a delightful mix of sauce and vegetables to make Gari Fortor. | |||
| The Gambia - Ebbeh | 07 Apr 2021 | 00:19:14 | |
Gambia serves up a hearty seafood and cassava soup called Ebbeh. Whether it’s because it is a chilly day or just another Wednesday, this tasty, slightly tangy soup will leave you licking your spoon and wanting more. #Gambia #Gambianfood | |||
| Gabon - Odika | 24 Mar 2021 | 00:19:55 | |
Join us in the Central African country of Gabon where we try Odika, a sauce made from a high-fat seed often called African Mango, wild mango, chocolat indigène, Ogbono, or - in this case - Odika. #Gabon #Gabonesefood | |||
| Special 2_All Plantain Errythang! | 10 Mar 2021 | 00:51:49 | |
From the hills of the east to the shores of west Africa, many will agree that plantain is “bae”. In our season 2 premiere, we tell you why, as we try out different plantain dishes you can make with unripe, ripe, and overripe plantain. #plantain #Africanplantain | |||
| Mozambique - Peri-Peri Surf & Turf | 01 Dec 2021 | 00:20:40 | |
This south-eastern African country boasts beautiful coastlines and is well known for its peri-peri pepper, giant prawns, and grilled chicken. That titbit was enough to inspire us to grab some shrimp, some chicken, and slather them with a home-made, peri-peri sauce made from peppers, herbs, spices, and vinegar. #MozambicanFood #Mozambique | |||
| Ethiopia - Doro Wat | 30 Dec 2020 | 00:35:04 | |
In our season finale, we return to the Horn of Africa to try Doro wat, Ethiopia’s national celebratory dish. With its specialized ingredients and distinct flavour, you won’t forget this one in a hurry – and for all the right reasons. #Ethiopia #Ethiopianfood | |||
| eSwatini - "Sishwala" and Samp | 16 Dec 2020 | 00:21:07 | |
What’s better than one dish? Two! We solemnly declare that the fact that we messed the first dish up had nothing to do with making a second dish *face palm*. In eSwatini, formerly called Swaziland, we serve up two corn-based dishes. The first is what we thought was Sishwala. The second is called Samp. #eSwatini #swazicuisine | |||
| Eritrea - Tsebhi Birsen | 02 Dec 2020 | 00:18:29 | |
If you think legumes are boring, this savory Eritrean lentil stew called Tsebhi birsen will change your mind. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. #Eritrea #EritreanFood | |||
| Equatorial Guinea - Akwadu | 18 Nov 2020 | 00:16:29 | |
We love desserts that can be eaten for breakfast! #Akwadu #EquatorialGuinea #EquatoGuinean | |||
| Egypt_Koshari | 04 Nov 2020 | 00:23:22 | |
We head north of the Sahara to Egypt. Here, we try Koshari (or Koshary), an interesting hodgepodge of carbs that comes together quite nicely. #Egypt #Egyptianfood | |||
| Djibouti_Skoudehkaris | 21 Oct 2020 | 00:21:04 | |
If the smell of the colourful spices cooking doesn’t make you smile, the taste of this dish certainly will. In Djibouti, we try a rice and lamb dish called Skoudehkaris. #Djibouti #Djiboutianfood | |||
| Democratic Republic of Congo _ Poulet Moambe | 07 Oct 2020 | 00:16:53 | |
Out of the DRC (also called Congo-Kinshasa) is Poulet Moambe (Poulet Mwamba). This creamy orange stew is made with palm fruit / palm butter and pairs beautifully with a variety of things. Listen in to learn why this is a must-keep…and also why Poulet Moambe might actually be a completely different dish from what we made. #Congolesefood #Pouletmoambe | |||
| Côte d’Ivoire_Chicken Kedjenou | 23 Sep 2020 | 00:18:59 | |
Many years ago, a princess broke away from a Ghanaian empire and founded a new people in present-day Cote d’Ivoire. This people gave us the dish featured on today’s episode. Our feature dish, Chicken Kedjenou, is so easy to make that even the meaning of its name asks you to do the bare minimum. | |||
| Republic of the Congo: Pondu (with Sardine) | 09 Sep 2020 | 00:22:06 | |
This episode takes us to the Republic of Congo (Congo-Brazzaville). Pondu is a Congolese dish made with cassava leaves and other green vegetables. Get your greens in with this one and tell us what you think. #Congolesefood #Pondu | |||
| Special 1_Coffee and Doughnuts | 26 Aug 2020 | 00:35:17 | |
On our very first Special, we take a trip around the continent to try out doughnuts from each major region. Grab a cup, pull up a chair, and join us! Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Morocco - Zaalouk | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:15:50 | |
Morocco in North Africa is a tourist’s delight for many reasons, one of which is food. On that note, we bring you Zaalouk, a popular Moroccan warm salad made with eggplant and tomatoes. #Morocco #AfricaInMyKitchen #Zaalouk | |||
| Comoros_Mkatra Foutra | 12 Aug 2020 | 00:13:10 | |
Comoros is the second island country we’ve visited on our journey, and here we try a dish called Mkatra foutra. Mkatra foutra is a flat bread with one particular ingredient that makes it extra creamy and buttery. Here’s a hint: we were coconuts for it! Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Republic of Chad_Daraba | 29 Jul 2020 | 00:11:30 | |
Daraba is the national dish of the Republic of Chad in central Africa. With Daraba, we try the unexpected combination of peanut butter and okra again, with a twist. | |||
| Central African Republic_Kanda Ti Nyma | 15 Jul 2020 | 00:15:04 | |
In this episode we try Kanda Ti Nyma from the Central African Republic. It is made primarily from meatballs and peanut sauce. Our opinions were divided on this meal. Listen to find out why. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Cape Verde_Cachupa | 01 Jul 2020 | 00:15:21 | |
Cape Verde (officially Cabo Verde) boasts sunny beaches, beautiful islands, interesting history, and a scrumptious national dish that made us want to visit…like NOW! Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Cameroon_Born House Planti | 17 Jun 2020 | 00:19:27 | |
“Planti for pikin, E sabi sweet.” (Translation: plantain for children is usually sweet) This dish takes us into a Cameroonian tradition that celebrates the birth of a baby. Get some plantain, add some bitter leaf (Vernonia), toss in a storyline, and you’ve got some Born House Planti. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Burundi_Dates and Banana Cake | 03 Jun 2020 | 00:15:31 | |
We like sweets in this kitchen and Burundi offered up a delightful one. We think it’s quite bananas actually 😊 *wink*. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Burkina Faso_Ragout D'igname (Stewed Yam) | 20 May 2020 | 00:16:56 | |
Yam, yam, and more yam. “Ragoût d’igname” is a French phrase that means “stewed yam”. With that little clue, can you guess how to make this dish? Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Botswana_Seswaa | 06 May 2020 | 00:18:22 | |
From the southern African country of Botswana, we bring you Seswaa. Seswaa is a simple dish of meaty goodness. If you like pulled pork or shredded beef, this easy-to-make dish might be right up your alley. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Republic of Benin _ Amiwo | 21 Apr 2020 | 00:21:10 | |
Anxious to redeem ourselves after our foray into Angolan cuisine, we attempted Amiwo from Benin Republic in West Africa. We think we did a decent job. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Angola_Calulu De Peixe | 06 Apr 2020 | 00:12:45 | |
How do you mess up a dish? You do it by assuming you know what to do with the ingredients before reading the recipe properly. Calulu de peixe is a fish and okra sauce, but we had to add a little crow to the dish by the time we were done. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Mauritius - Rougaille, Faratas & Gros Pois | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:15:25 | |
The island country of Mauritius is a delightful melange of ethnicities, races and cultures that have bubbled their way into the cuisine. With all that deliciousness, we couldn’t bring ourselves to make just one dish. We explore a spicy tomato-based sauce and a lima beans dish, all accompanied by a flaky flatbread. #MauritianFood #Mauritius | |||
| Algeria_Chakhchoukha | 22 Mar 2020 | 00:13:21 | |
In our very first episode, we talk about Chakhchoukha from Algeria. Chakhchoukha is a savoury delight. It consists of a lamb and chickpea stew eaten with torn pieces of flatbread. Visit the blog (https://taplink.cc/tunukamedia) for pictures and references. | |||
| Mauritania - Ngomou | 13 Oct 2021 | 00:18:41 | |
This elaborate couscous dish is definitely one to be shared and enjoyed. Gather round and we’ll tell you all about Ngomou from Mauritania. #Mauritania #AfricanFood | |||
| Mali - Fakoye | 29 Sep 2021 | 00:21:56 | |
Mali was once part of a great African empire with important educational centres and home to one of the wealthiest men in history. From Mali, we bring you Fakoye, a rich, dark and earthy lamb sauce with a distinct taste you won’t forget in a hurry. | |||
| Special - In the name of Jollof | 18 Aug 2021 | 01:15:55 | |
You may or may not have heard of Jollof rice, but if you haven’t, it’s time you did. We welcome you to the bold, bright and spicy world of Jollof. From Mauritania down to Cameroon, we’ll tell you what it is, how it came about it, and why West Africa is crazy about Jollof. #jollofrice #jollof | |||
| Malawi - Masamba Otendera | 11 Aug 2021 | 00:13:56 | |
On this episode, our stop is in Malawi in south-east Africa. Here, we try Masamba Otendera. Masamba Otendera is an easy-to-make vegetable and peanut sauce that is high in protein and other nutrients. #Malawi #MalawianFood | |||
| Madagascar -Voanjobory sy henakisoa and Ranavola | 28 Jul 2021 | 00:30:51 | |
We’ve picked up a couple of Malagasy words from the island country of Madagascar and we are very proud to break down this mouthful for you. Voanjobory refers to Bambara nuts or Bambara beans; Henakisoa is pork. Ranovola is a drink made from rice. We’ll tell you how they all come together 😊 #Madagascar #MalagasyFood #Ranavola #Voanjoborysyhenakisoa | |||