Fried Sweet Platains [w/Video]
I have a sweet tooth, and being of African origin, I’m a sucker for fried sweet plantains. For those not familiar with sweet plantains, they are essentially ripe plantains, or over-sized bananas. However, unlike bananas, they are generally not eat
New $40 Million Project to Revitalize Africa’s Orphaned Crops
Despite being a rich with very fertile land, Africa’s agricultural potential has yet to be tapped. Fortunately, there are efforts to changes. During the Clinton Global Initiative meeting in New York City, a consortium of international partners, including the University
UN City Garden Project in Boosts Nutrition and Jobs in the Congo
The United Nations has taken a new approach to reaping the most out of its investments in Africa’s welfare. One of its programs, a five-year urban horticulture programme in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), has more than doubled
Malaria Almost Cured
For many Africans, and for many, many people around the world, Malaria is a serious threat that claims thousands of lives every year. Although there are methods for controlling the incidence of the disease, they have had limited success. Fortunately,
A Great Way Cashew Extract may Treat Diabetes
A new study published inside the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research proposes cashew seed extract may play an important role in preventing and treating diabetes. The cashew is a tree in the flowering plant family Anacardiaceae. The plant is
Egyptian Spinach Omelet
This special omelet is cooked open-faced, like a frittata. It’s filling-enough to be eaten as brunch and could even make a nice light dinner, served with some fresh flatbreads (or any bread for that matter) and herbs. 12 ounces fresh
Nigeria: Obe ata (Pepper Soup)
Are you in the mood for something spicy and African? Well, we’ve got something for you. Obe Ata is a Nigerian meat or fish pepper soup that is eaten with a wide variety of side dishes. Like with all West
Ghana: Abenkwan (Palm nut soup)
Abenkwan (palm nut soup) is a traditional Ghanaian soup that is very rich in minerals, vitamin A, and natural oils. It is made from palm nut oil, an assortment of spices and a variety of meat and fish. It is
Fufu
Fufu is a major staple food of West and Central Africa. The main ingredients starchy root vegetables that differ from region to region. The vegetables are boiled and pounded until the glutinous mass reaches the desired consistency (thickness). Conventional west
