Spices

African Spices & Sauces Hub

Editors’ picks and essential reading on African spice blends, sauces, powders, and techniques—plus the trade routes and culture behind them.

Editor’s Pick

Editor’s Pick

Africa and the British East India Company

How coastal trade and spice networks shaped Africa’s history with the British East India Company.

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Featured Reading

Korean & African Cuisine Comparison

Shared heat, fermented depth, and pantry crossovers between Korean and African kitchens.

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Fire Hot Pepper Fritters

Crispy fritters packed with African peppers and spice—perfect snack or street-food inspired treat.

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Africa’s Contribution to American Cuisine

From peppers to techniques, African foodways power U.S. flavor.

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Hot Sauces & Heat

Oyo African Hot Pepper Sauce

A West African classic with bold, layered heat.

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Veggie Inferno Soup

Simple vegetables turned fiery with African spice.

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Spicy Curry Mango & Coconut Relish

Tropical fruit meets heat in this mango-and-coconut relish with curry spice—ideal accompaniment to grilled dishes or stews.

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Spice Blends

South African Indian Garam Masala

Indian heritage, South African pantry twists.

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Egyptian Dukkah Spice Blend

A nut-and-herb seasoning from Egypt — sesame, coriander, and spices ground for dipping, crusting, and flavor layering.

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Ethiopian Berbere Spice Blend

The backbone of many Ethiopian dishes.

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Easy African Herb & Spice Recipes

Quick homemade mixes for everyday cooking.

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Pickled Lemon Seasoning

Zesty preserved lemon seasoning—salt, peel and sun-dried flavor to uplift sauces, stews or grain bowls.

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Homemade Curry Powder

Create your own African-style curry blend at home—turmeric, coriander, cumin, chili and more.

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Seasoning Powders & Techniques

Homemade Groundnut Powder

A West African staple thickener and seasoning.

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African Spice Rub Recipe

A bold dry rub blend from Africa—ideal for grilling, roasting, or imparting smoky, aromatic seasoning.

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How to Unlock Flavor of Herbs & Spices

Heat, bloom, grind, and timing for maximum aroma.

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Culture & Modern Trade

A New Spice Route: Digital Payments

How fintech reshapes Africa’s spice trade and small vendors.

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African Proverbs That Spice Up Life

Culinary wisdom, metaphor, and everyday guidance.

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African Gourmet’s Commitment

Why we champion community, ingredients, and knowledge.

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Snackable & Fun

Berbere Spice Popcorn Topping

Ethiopian warmth for a movie-night snack.

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Kuli-Kuli Fusion Snack

A protein-rich West African peanut snack — roasted, ground, and shaped for crisp flavor and modern fusion bites.

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Explore the International Aisle

A quick guide to finding cassava flour, curry paste, and global pantry staples for African-inspired cooking.

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