Simply West African

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Experience the vibrant cuisines of West Africa with 80 easy, accessible recipes perfect for any night. This collection offers a warm welcome to the region's delicious culinary staples. If you enjoy ingredients like hearty greens, yams, black-eyed peas, and okra, or have savored Southern dishes like jambalaya and gumbo, you’ve already tasted the deep culinary influences of this interconnected region, which includes Senegal, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and Nigeria. Celebrated chef Pierre Thiam, an authority on West African cooking, unlocks essential tastes for everyday home cooks. With helpful tips and tricks, he demonstrates how these flavorful dishes can easily become weeknight staples or the highlight of weekend gatherings. Introduce family and friends to familiar dishes with a West African twist, such as Chicken Yassa Tacos, Saucy Shrimp and Fonio Grits, and Maman's Crispy Herb-Crusted Chicken. Enjoy one-pot crowd pleasers like Root Vegetable Mafe and Chicken Stew with Eggplant, Tomato, and Ginger. Delight in hearty vegetables and starchy sides, including Roasted Eggplant in Peanut Sauce and Double Coconut Rice and Peas. Fill your kitchen with the comforting flavors and vibrant spirit of West Africa.