Sadza-Inspired Soft Pumpkin Mash with Greens
Inspired by: Sadza with tomato sauce Mash: Steamed pumpkin or butternut, whipped smooth Side: Wilted greens with garlic and lemon Topping: Caramelized onion and chopped herbs
Koshari-Inspired Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Layer Bowl
Inspired by: Egyptian koshari (grain-free version) Base: Baked sweet potato cubes Middle Layer: Cauliflower “rice” or mash Topping: Garlic-tomato sauce + dry-sautéed onion
Chakalaka-Inspired Spicy Veggie Stir-Fry
Inspired by: South African chakalaka Veggies: Onion, bell pepper, tomato, carrot, garlic, chili Base: Steamed sweet potato slices or cauliflower mash Garnish: Parsley or chives
Wot-Inspired Spiced Mushroom & Carrot Stew
Inspired by: Ethiopian lentil or meat wot Stew: Carrot, mushroom, onion, garlic, berbere-style spices Base: Mashed sweet potato or squash Side: Chopped cucumber + lemon salad
Vegetable Tagine with Squash & Root Medley
Inspired by: Moroccan tagine Stew: Sweet potato, carrot, zucchini, onion, garlic, tomato Spices: Cinnamon, turmeric, cumin, coriander Garnish: Chopped cilantro and lemon zest
Matoke-Inspired Stewed Green Plantains
Inspired by: Tanzanian matoke Main: Boiled or baked green plantain chunks Stew: Tomato, onion, garlic, and parsley Side: Steamed carrot or zucchini
Ugali-Inspired Squash Mash with Sukuma Wiki
Inspired by: Ugali with greens Mash: Steamed pumpkin or cassava purée Greens: Sautéed collards or kale with garlic and lemon Topping: Scallions or dulse flakes
Jollof-Inspired Tomato-Veggie Bowl
Inspired by: Jollof rice Base: Cubed sweet potato or pumpkin Stew: Tomato, garlic, bell pepper, onion, thyme, bay leaf Side: Steamed cabbage or okra
Egusi-Inspired Creamy Squash & Greens Stew
Inspired by: Egusi soup Base: Mashed butternut squash + garlic + lemon + parsley Greens: Spinach, kale, or collards Topping: Sautéed onion and shiitake with dulse for umami
Pepperpot-Inspired Sweet Potato & Mushroom Stew
Inspired by: Barbadian Pepperpot Stew: Sweet potato, mushroom, okra, garlic, celery Spices: Cinnamon, clove, thyme, black pepper Optional Finish: Coconut milk (PM only)