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Gambia Cuisine

Africa · Western Africa

30 recipes

Signature Gambia Dishes

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Benachin

A flavorful and colorful one-pot dish of rice cooked with a variety of vegetables and often meat or fish, seasoned with a rich tomato and spice base.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Chewi Kong

Chewi Kong is a flavorful and aromatic catfish stew originating from The Gambia, popular across West Africa. It features tender catfish simmered with a medley of vegetables in a rich, spiced tomato base.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour

Chicken Yassa

Chicken Yassa is a popular Gambian dish featuring chicken marinated in a zesty blend of onions, lemon juice, mustard, and spices, then typically grilled or pan-fried and served with rice. It's known for its bright, tangy, and savory flavors.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 20 minutes

Domoda

Domoda is the national dish of Gambia, a hearty and flavorful peanut stew often made with beef or chicken, tomatoes, and vegetables like sweet potatoes and carrots. It's a comforting and rich dish that reflects the importance of peanuts in Gambian cuisine.

Gambia·Easy·20 minutes

Fonio Coconut Porridge

A nutritious and gluten-free breakfast option, Fonio Coconut Porridge is made from the ancient West African grain, fonio, cooked with creamy coconut milk. It's a versatile dish that can be customized with various toppings and sweeteners, offering sustained energy.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Gambian Beef and Okra Stew

A robust and savory stew featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with okra in a rich, spiced tomato-based sauce. This dish is a hearty and satisfying meal, perfect for any occasion.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Chicken and Cassava Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken and soft cassava in a rich, savory broth infused with aromatic spices. This dish is a comforting staple, often enjoyed with rice.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Chicken and Okra Stew

A flavorful and hearty stew featuring tender chicken and okra simmered in a rich, spiced tomato-based broth. This dish is a comforting staple in Gambian cuisine, often served with rice.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Chicken and Peanut Stew

A rich and flavorful chicken stew, known as Chu Ganarr in Wolof, this dish is a comforting staple in Gambian cuisine. It features tender chicken simmered in a savory sauce made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and a hint of spice, often served with white rice.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Chicken and Peanut Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich peanut sauce with tomatoes, onions, and spices. This dish, often referred to as 'Kuta' in some regions, is a comforting staple in Gambian cuisine.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Gambian Ebbeh

Ebbeh is a flavorful and chunky seafood and vegetable stew, a staple in Gambian cuisine. It features a rich blend of fish, vegetables, and palm oil, often with a hint of tamarind for a unique tang.

Gambia·Medium·45 minutes

Gambian Fish and Okra Fritters

Savory fritters made with flaked fish, finely chopped okra, onions, and spices, deep-fried until golden brown. A popular snack or appetizer.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Fish and Okra Stew

A flavorful and slightly slimy stew made with fresh fish, okra, palm oil, and a medley of vegetables. This variation of Superkanja offers a unique texture and taste, showcasing the diverse use of okra in Gambian cooking.

Gambia·Easy·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Fish and Yam Stew

A comforting and flavorful stew made with firm white fish, tender yams, and a savory broth infused with tomatoes, onions, and mild spices.

Gambia·Medium·45 minutes

Gambian Fish Cakes

A popular street food and appetizer, these Gambian fish cakes, also known as 'Afra' or 'Dibi' when referring to grilled meat, are savory, pan-fried fritters with a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior. They are often served with a variety of flavorful toppings like stir-fried onions, beans with onions, or a smoked fish sauce.

Gambia·Easy·1 hour

Gambian Fish Stew with Okra and Tomatoes

A hearty and flavorful fish stew, featuring tender chunks of white fish simmered in a rich tomato and okra base, seasoned with local spices. This is a comforting and nutritious dish, often enjoyed with rice.

Gambia·Medium·2 hours 25 minutes

Gambian Lamb and Couscous Stew

A fragrant and warming lamb stew, slow-cooked with aromatic spices and tender vegetables, served over fluffy couscous. This dish offers a delightful blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Gambian Lamb and Okra Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender lamb and okra simmered in a rich tomato and peanut-based broth, seasoned with traditional Gambian spices.

Gambia·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Gambian Lamb Tagine with Apricots and Almonds

A fragrant and flavorful lamb tagine, slow-cooked with sweet apricots, crunchy almonds, and a blend of aromatic Gambian spices. This dish offers a delightful fusion of sweet and savory notes, perfect for a special occasion.

Gambia·Medium·2 hours

Gambian Lamb Yappa

A hearty and flavorful lamb stew, Yappa is a traditional Gambian dish characterized by its rich marinade and slow-cooked tenderness. It's often served with rice, making for a satisfying meal.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Okra Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew made with fresh okra, palm oil, fish or meat, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's a staple in Gambian cuisine, often served with rice or fufu.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Gambian Peanut Chicken

A rich and creamy chicken stew simmered in a flavorful peanut butter sauce with tomatoes, onions, and spices. This dish, a variation of Maafe, is a beloved comfort food in The Gambia.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Gambian Sesame Chicken Stew

A rich and savory chicken stew featuring the nutty depth of sesame paste, balanced with aromatic vegetables and spices. This dish offers a comforting and flavorful taste of Gambian home cooking.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour

Gambian Sesame Seed Cake

A sweet and nutty cake made primarily from ground sesame seeds, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert. This version incorporates elements for a moist and flavorful cake.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Mbahal Gerrteh

Mbahal Gerrteh is a hearty and flavorful Gambian dish that combines rice with a savory mixture of smoked fish, ground peanuts, and local vegetables. It's a staple, particularly appreciated for its affordability and rich taste, often prepared with ingredients like locust beans, green peppers, and bitter tomatoes.

Gambia·Medium·2 hours 10 minutes

Nyambeh Nyebeh

Nyambeh Nyebeh is a popular Gambian street food and comfort dish made primarily from boiled cassava and mashed beans, often served with a flavorful stew or gravy. It's a hearty and satisfying meal, showcasing the staple ingredients of Gambian cuisine.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Nyamitoubab

Nyamitoubab is a hearty and flavorful Gambian stew that combines tender chicken with nutrient-rich beans in a savory sauce. This dish is a comforting staple, often enjoyed with rice.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Plasas

Plasas is a traditional Gambian soup made with potato leaves, often enriched with peanut butter, palm oil, and sometimes smoked fish or meat. It's a nutritious and flavorful dish, showcasing the use of local greens and staple ingredients.

Gambia·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Superkanja

Superkanja is a traditional Gambian okra stew, often made with beef, smoked fish (like catfish), onions, and palm oil. It's a hearty and flavorful dish with a unique texture from the okra, typically served with rice or fufu.

Gambia·Hard·2 hours

Thieboudienne

The national dish of Senegal, widely enjoyed in Gambia, Thieboudienne is a flavorful one-pot meal of fish, rice, and vegetables cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce.

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