There is a lot of Indian and Middle eastern influence in Africa, and in East Africa, these Sambusas are the African sisters of Samosas.

East African Kuku Paka Recipe - Beyond the Bayou Blog

Pakoras, Bhajis, Fritters…. what do you call them? So many names, so many different types of veg you can add inside! Usually associated with Indian Cuisine, but we also make them in Zanzibar too.

East African cuisine is a delightful fusion of flavors, cultures, and traditions that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also offers many health benefits. These 25 East African recipes, carefully copied from countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Ethiopia, showcase the region's abundant use of nourishing ingredients such as grains, legumes, leafy greens, and lean proteins.

A recipe for Mandazi (East African Doughnuts)! These cardamom-scented doughnuts are fried until golden with a light and fluffy center.

The cuisine of East Africa includes many diverse cuisines. It is often referred to as ‘the land of spices’ because of the wide variety of spices used in the food. Some of the most common spices include ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, cumin, coriander, paprika, and black pepper. Check out these 9 iconic East African dishes.

These light and fluffy East African coconut and cardamom doughnuts just melt in your mouth. They're perfect with masala chai and are a popular street food all over Tanzania.

A staple in its region, this East African bread recipe makes an easy, versatile version of Indian chapatis that cooks can make alongside any meal.