Honor your African roots during this week-long celebration by lighting some black, green and red candles and feasting on African and Southern-inspired fare.
"This turned out really well! The chicken was very tender and full of great flavor."
-CookingONTheSide
"The main ingredient, black-eyed peas, is another prolific crop from Africa that enslaved and emancipated Blacks cultivated and popularized in mainstream America—notably for special occasions symbolizing good luck. The name “Texas caviar” (or “cowboy caviar”) can be credited to Helen Corbitt, a transplanted New Yorker who worked as a food service director at upscale Texas establishments in the 1940s."
-Tonya Hopkins, aka @TheFoodGriot
"Injera is a humble staple of Ethiopian cuisine. Traditionally, it is made with teff flour. If you can't find teff, any other flour will do!"
-ghetto_rhymes
“These grits are beyond delicious! Being a New Yorker, I had never had grits before. They are truly delicious. I make these all the time now!”
-PatriotsGirl
"This is a pretty good African dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the amount of peanut butter was just right."
-rpgaymer
"This is such a good recipe! I've been looking for a great one for ages, and this is the best I've found."
-Aaliyah G.
"LOVE THIS. I had a doro wat recipe I'd been using for a while, but this one is SO much better. That sauce is incredible, and it smells so good while it's cooking."
-rpgaymer
“Oh my goodness, these little gems were heavenly! When my daughter came home and saw what I was making, she didn’t leave my side.”
-mommyoffour
"This was great. I loved the consistency of the sauce. I served it over basmati rice and it made a great meal."
-Paka
"Mmm, what a tasty sweet cornbread. I really liked its texture and the flavor was spot on, too."
-Lalaloula
“Such a great and fast recipe. My daughter enjoyed it so much! Next time I’ll serve it as a side dish with chicken or meat.”
-alenafoodphoto
"Patience is key with this recipe. You want to let the roux get nice and dark. It's well worth the time."
-Chef Stu #2
“As soon as you smell the marinade it becomes obvious this is going to turn out great!”
-sales
"We loved the spiciness of this. I used bran flakes for the crust, which gave it a nice nutty flavor."
-Derf
"I loved the citrus flavors mixed with the deep spices from the cinnamon and allspice. The molasses was a nice touch, too."
-yamakarasu
"I couldn't find any fresh okra so defrosted frozen okra. The texture was slimy, but the flavor was great, so I definitely want to try it again when I can find fresh okra. Not giving a star rating until I try it with fresh okra."
-DianaEatingRichly
“This is my go-to potato salad and everyone loves it! I add chopped bacon.”
-mitchk33
“I just finished this recipe this morning and it’s absolutely delicious! I used clarified butter and let me tell you, it totally made the dish.”
-Tina D.
“I’ve been making this exact recipe for over 40 years. When I take it to a gathering, I encourage everyone to at least take a bite. All of a sudden it disappears.”
-Rosemary S.
"Very good and the kids liked it too! I also used chicken breasts, hot sausage and some shrimp at the end. This one is definitely a keeper.”
-Wendy13
"This was so simple, quick and delicious. I followed your ingredient list exactly and grilled them on a gas grill.”
-GaylaJ
"This is a fabulous recipe! Jamaica is my husband and I's favorite place away from home, so we love anything that brings us back there.”
-Daisy_Cat
“A great recipe! We made this as is and really enjoyed the sweet and spicy flavor.”
-Ser Cooks
“A delicious slaw! I loved the addition of the apples and almonds. I made this for a potluck today and I know it will be a hit.”
-DailyInspiration
"Great the day of, but also makes an amazing chicken salad if you manage to have leftovers! It's that good.”
-Madeline M.
“This made for a nice, inexpensive lunch. I really enjoyed the combination of beans, apples and bacon in this. It was devoured by all in one sitting.”
-weekend cooker
“Wow! I don’t know if it gets any better than this. So moist and flavorful. A scrumptious cake and a keeper for sure.”
-Shirl J 831
"This was fabulous. Just what the doctor ordered on a cold day! I served this with some slices of baguette.”
-Jan Marie
What better way to spruce up fruit than with the traditional ambrosia ingredients. There’s nothing that marshmallows, yogurt and shredded coconut can’t fix!
“Everyone at my work loved this! Many had never heard of this recipe but everyone now wants it! It was delicious.”
-tlrcp
