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Popular African Snacks and Appetizers

Most  Popular African Snacks and Appetizers  you can easily make at home – Africa has a number of wonderful and scrumptious snacks derived from it’s eclectic mix of Cultures and Traditions. African Snack Recipes You Must Try Here’s a  list of the most loved African snacks and treats that are an Absolute Must-try!

  1. Mandazi- These are one  of my favorites , and a favorite among many readers. If you are having a party, make these. They will fly off the the table . Mini Beignets made with  with grated coconut, spiced with cardamon, nutmeg and fried to perfection. Light, fluffy and addictive! Need I say more? Get the recipe here.

Soft Mini Mandazi

  1. Suya(Chicken)- Who doesn’t love anything on a stick ? Well if you don’t…. make em  and send it to ME ! Seriously , you are going to love this SUPER POPULAR African beef on  skewers. It’s spiced with pantry staple ingredients and  Peanuts . A must make ! Get the recipe here.

CHicken Suya

  1. Koeksisters-Traditional koeksisters from South Africa -Deep fried braided dough drenched in lemony syrup. Sticky , Spicy and Sweet – Just like me . After the first bite you would start craving it more and more . Get the recipe here.

koeksisters

  1. Chin Chin- Christmas wouldn’t be the same without these  West African pastry. –   Once I pop I can’t stop eating . Guess where I keep mine? In the trunk of my  car. Why? Cause  I  eat the whole thing. No Kidding!!! My weakness! Get the recipe here .

chin chin

  1. Crunchies-  South African Oatmeal bar – SO GOOD , SO NUTTY. They  are great for an on-the-go breakfast. Ditch the store brand and make yours ! Get the recipe here

Crunchies (South African) 6 . African Meat Pie – Slightly Sweet, flaky and crusty with a succulent filling. These beef Pie  are just incredible. A flaky, buttery crust surrounding the most amazing, fragrant beef filling! Get the recipe here. African Meat Pie (Beef Empanada)

  1. Vetkoek aka Fat Cake- These are Calling my name …Crispy on the outside -warm and fluffy inside, filled with minced curry. Get the recipe here.

Vetkoek

  1. Puff-Puff (Deep fried dough)- The Quintessential West African Snack . Loved by kids and adults too! Get the recipe here.

puff puff  

  1. African Fish Roll(Fish pie)- These are always the first to go. Trust me ! You can’t say no to these Delicious Fried fish rolls. They conjure so many childhood memories for  many. Be sure to seal them tight with water and flour. and double or triple the recipe when entertaining . Thank me later. Get the recipe here.

Fish Roll

  1. Black Eyed Peas Fritters (Akara)- Spicy , Crispy and crunchy, irresistibly Fritters  made with fresh black eyed peas, onions, hot pepper and salt. Get the recipe here.

Black eyed peas Fritters

  1. Plantain Chips- Guilt free plantain chips is a great healthy alternative snack. Spicy, sweet, salty, exotic, and crunchy. These chips are baked with very little oil and deliver a very satisfying toasty crunch. Get the recipe here.

Baked Plantain Chips

  1. Accra banana aka Kouti – These popular fritters are made with only 3 ingredients- Gluten free, Vegan and Delicious – Ready in less than no time. Get the recipe here 

Accra Banana

  1. Groundnut Sweet( Sugar Peanuts aka Candied nuts)- These highly addictive candied peanuts  are color free (no added color to make it bright), egg free ( vegan) but still have that crusted crunchy layer of sugar. Get the recipe here.

Sugar Peanuts / Groundnut Sweet

  1. Kelewele or Aloco(Spicy Fried Plantains)- Spicy plantain and peanuts – YES PLEASE ! Get the recipe here.

Kelewele or Aloco(Spicy Fried Plantains)

  1. African Egg Roll- Meatless Scotch Eggs – A snack enjoyed throughout West African. Get the recipe here.

African Egg Roll African Scotch Eggs 15. Bhajias- East African Snack, enjoyed especially in Kenya and Tanzania, a cultural import from the Indians dipped in a thick gram flour paste of  spices, herbs – Fried until crispy. YUM! Get the recipe here. bhajias Do you have a favorite African Snack? Please share! The more the merrier. Happy Cooking !!!

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  4. Valerie says

    I use to live in Tamale Ghana as a child. When in the market with my father he would buy me Cooley Cooley( not sure this is the correct spelling). The were rings which I believe were deep fried. Similar to a pretzel but round about 4”. I think they were made with ground peanuts but could not swear to this.
    I would love if anyone knows what I’m talking about, let alone has a recipe for this!
    Valerie

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    • ImmaculateBites says

      Hi Joy! This is the only one I have right now -https://www.africanbites.com/spicy-sausage-rolls/. Enjoy!

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  10. Stella says

    You are a darling.
    I can’t wait to go shopping, I wish I could get new recipes directly I my mailbox.
    Thanks for sharing

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    • ImmaculateBites says

      Hey Chrystyne! To be honest, I don’t have “A” favorite. It just depends on my mood swings. With that said, I cannot say No to puff puff , suya or mandazi . At the top of my list.
      Oh, I didn’t realize there was a second part to it. These are all favorite childhood snacks – they bring back sweet memories, of friends, family. And they are quite tasty too!.

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  12. alex says

    Hi dear , I enjoy your recipes. Please can you help me with the recipes for jam doughnut and sausages?
    Thank you.

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  13. Mariama Bah says

    Hey sweetie I enjoyed all ur recipes and trust me I’m going to try them all. I can’t access the recipe for the Accra banana aka kouti though can u help me with it please thank u

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  14. Gayle says

    Do you have a youtube channel? If not, you should! I would love you see you and these recipes in action.

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  16. Edna says

    I have never seen a website with clear explanations about cooking recipes,go go girl ,keep on giving us quality recipes,be blessed

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  19. Lisa says

    Do you have a recipe for Jolop Rice? I hope I spelled it correctly. I had some yesterday and it’s really good but I forgot to ask for recipe.

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