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Malian Ginger Juice

Malian Ginger Juice

4.6

Prep
15 min
Cook
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place ginger into a blender, cover with 1 1/2 cups water, and blend until ginger is thick and pasty. Strain and squeeze juice from ginger pulp into a 2-quart pitcher, squeezing ginger mixture as dry as possible.
  2. 2 Stir lemon juice and sugar into ginger juice until sugar has dissolved. Pour 7 cups water into mixture, stir to combine, and serve garnished with crushed mint leaves.

By TFRach

Ethiopian Spiced Cottage Cheese

Ethiopian Spiced Cottage Cheese

4.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix cottage cheese, 1 clove of garlic, cardamom, and cloves thoroughly in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  2. 2 Heat the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion, ginger, green chile pepper, and 2 cloves of garlic; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the spinach and cook until just wilted. Drain any excess liquid, and serve the spinach mixture over the seasoned cottage cheese.

By Clark Brown

Jollof Rice with Beef

Jollof Rice with Beef

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
45 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomato paste and cayenne pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until dark and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, 3/4 cup water, salt, and pepper. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat.
  2. 2 While the tomato mixture is simmering, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a separate pot. Season stew meat with salt and pepper, then add to the pot and cook until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  3. 3 Stir meat into simmering tomato mixture. Add jasmine rice and pour in enough water to cover. Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until meat and rice are tender, about 30 minutes.

By aduani

Gomen Wat

Gomen Wat

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
60 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chopped collard greens in a pot with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover, and simmer until collards are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain, but reserve the cooking water. Set aside.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Stir in onions and cook until just beginning to brown, about 10 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the cooked collards, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and the reserved cooking water. Simmer, uncovered, over medium-high heat until liquid is nearly evaporated, 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Add the green pepper slices, lemon juice, salt, turmeric, paprika, allspice, and ginger root. Cook until peppers are soft, about 5 minutes.

By hidinginahoodie

Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Caramelized Pears

Moroccan Chicken Tagine with Caramelized Pears

4.7

Prep
20 min
Cook
68 min
Total
88 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. 2 Heat 2 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook and stir until softened and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer onions into a tagine pot. Layer chicken pieces on top of onions.
  3. 3 Combine turmeric, cumin, ground coriander, and salt in a small bowl; mix well with remaining 5 tablespoons olive oil. Spread spice mixture onto the chicken pieces. Add cinnamon pieces, bay leaves, ginger, and cilantro. Pour in 1/2 cup of water and cover tagine pot with a lid.
  4. 4 Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 50 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Melt butter in a skillet over low heat while chicken is cooking. Add sliced pears and honey and cook, while stirring, until honey has caramelized.
  6. 6 Remove tagine from the oven and stir in caramelized pears. Return to the oven and cook for an additional 10 minutes.

By Natasha Titanov

Moroccan Harira (Bean Soup)

Moroccan Harira (Bean Soup)

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
60 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Stir together beef stock and lentils in a large pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and keep at a simmer while preparing onion.
  2. 2 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, cinnamon stick, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and black pepper in hot oil until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes; add to stock mixture.
  3. 3 Pour garbanzo beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, and quinoa into stock mixture; stir and bring to a boil. Stir in parsley and cilantro; reduce heat to low and cook at a simmer until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.
  4. 4 Drizzle lemon juice over soup to serve.

By modestalmond

African Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup

African Sweet Potato and Peanut Soup

4.3

Prep
20 min
Cook
55 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute the onion 10 minutes, until lightly browned. Mix in the garlic, ginger, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and cloves. Stir in the tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and carrot, and continue to cook and stir about 5 minutes.
  2. 2 Pour water into the saucepan, and season the mixture with salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes.
  3. 3 Remove the soup mixture from heat. In a food processor or blender, blend the soup and peanuts until almost smooth. Season with cayenne pepper. Return to the saucepan. Whisk in the peanut butter, and cook until heated through. Serve warm topped with fresh cilantro.

By GregMcE

West African-Style Peanut Stew with Chicken

West African-Style Peanut Stew with Chicken

4.8

Prep
30 min
Cook
45 min
Total
75 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Season chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper.
  2. 2 Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1/2 of the chicken; cook and stir until no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes; transfer to a plate. Add 1 tablespoon oil to the pot and cook remaining chicken; add to chicken on the plate. Cover and set aside.
  3. 3 Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pot. Reduce the heat to medium; add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, coriander, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. 4 Stir in broth, undrained tomatoes, sweet potato, collard greens, and bell peppers; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, until vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
  5. 5 Return chicken and accumulated juices to the pot; return to a boil. Stir in peanut butter, then simmer until incorporated and chicken is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped peanuts.

By Ellie Krieger

Moroccan Lamb Stew with Apricots

Moroccan Lamb Stew with Apricots

5.0

Prep
30 min
Cook
115 min
Total
145 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine lamb, coriander, cumin, paprika, cayenne, cardamom, turmeric, and salt in a large bowl; toss together until lamb is evenly coated.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or tagine over medium heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, ginger, and cinnamon; cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add seasoned lamb; cook, stirring frequently until light brown, being careful not to caramelize, about 2 minutes. Add chicken stock and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until the lamb is just tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in apricots, orange peels, and honey; continue to simmer over low heat, uncovered, until the liquid has thickened slightly and lamb is fork-tender, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat, discard cinnamon sticks and orange peels.
  4. 4 Divide evenly among 4 bowls. Garnish each bowl with a tablespoon each of cilantro and pine nuts.

By Jasmine

Vegan African Peanut Stew in the Instant Pot

Vegan African Peanut Stew in the Instant Pot

4.5

Prep
30 min
Cook
30 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix cumin, salt, cinnamon, cayenne, chile flakes, and cloves together in a bowl.
  2. 2 Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select the Sauté function. Allow the pot to preheat for 2 minutes. Add sweet potato, onion, and bell pepper to the hot pot; cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in a splash of water if vegetables are sticking to the pot. Add garlic, ginger, and the spice mixture; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Turn the cooker off.
  4. 4 Add tomatoes and peanut butter; stir until peanut butter thins and is incorporated. Stir in 1 cup water, then close and lock the lid with the vent set to sealing. Select the Manual mode and set the timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  5. 5 Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 10 to 40 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Stir in collard greens.
  6. 6 Place cilantro and chopped peanuts in separate bowls and serve alongside the stew.

By Dea

Moroccan Chicken

Moroccan Chicken

4.3

Prep
25 min
Cook
40 min
Total
65 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chicken and season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is partially cooked, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  2. 2 Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the saucepan; sauté until tender, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in ginger, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, and turmeric; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and tomatoes, then return chicken to the pan. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3 Stir in chickpeas and zucchini. Return to a simmer, then cover the pan and cook until zucchini is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and serve.

By Sarah and Annette

Nigerian Jollof Rice with Chicken and Fried Plantains

Nigerian Jollof Rice with Chicken and Fried Plantains

4.8

Prep
25 min
Cook
64 min
Total
89 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place chicken drumsticks in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1/2 onion, ginger, crushed bouillon cubes, garlic, curry powder, 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well. Cook until chicken starts sticking to the bottom, about 5 minutes. Pour in water, mix, cover the pot, and bring to a gentle simmer; cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat.
  2. 2 Transfer chicken to a baking dish using a slotted spoon. Strain cooking liquid through a fine-mesh sieve. Reserve 1 1/2 cups liquid. Discard solids.
  3. 3 Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  4. 4 Bake chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  5. 5 Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-low heat and cook 1/2 onion until soft and translucent but not browned, about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce; cook and stir until slightly thickened and infused into the oil, 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. 6 Stir reserved chicken broth, coconut milk, 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence, salt, and pepper into the pot. Bring to a simmer; add rice. Cook, stirring often, until rice is almost tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Add frozen vegetables and continue cooking until rice is tender and creamy, about 5 minutes.
  7. 7 Heat 1/2 cup of canola oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Add plantains and fry on both sides until golden and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels. Garnish jollof rice with friend plantains and serve with chicken.

By Daisy

Edible Ginger-Infused Cooking Oil

Edible Ginger-Infused Cooking Oil

5.0

Prep
20 min
Cook
120 min
Total
260 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Lay ginger slices out on your dehydrator tray. Dry according to manufacturer's instructions, rotating every 20 to 30 minutes, until crisp and fragrant, about 2 hours.
  2. 2 Break up dried ginger into smaller pieces; transfer to a saucepan. Add coconut oil; heat gently over low heat until natural oils from ginger infuse the oil, at least 2 hours.
  3. 3 Strain ginger oil through a strainer to remove large pieces. Wrap cheesecloth over top of a glass jar. Pour ginger oil through cheesecloth into jar to strain again.

By Chef Shelley Pogue

Crystallized or Candied Ginger

Crystallized or Candied Ginger

4.8

Prep
15 min
Cook
70 min
Total
85 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Cut ginger into 2-inch pieces and slice lengthwise into 1/8-inch slices. Score ginger slices by pricking with a fork.
  2. 2 Toss ginger with sugar in a bowl.
  3. 3 Combine ginger-sugar mixture and water in a large skillet or wok; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until sugar melts into a syrup and starts to crystallize, about 1 hour. Continue stirring until syrup is mostly crystallized and ginger comes together in a pile in the center of the skillet and very little syrup drains out; remove from heat.
  4. 4 Toss ginger slices gently to cool and separate from excess sugar. Spread slices out on a tray to cool and dry.

By lperejma

Ginger Milk Custard

Ginger Milk Custard

3.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
22 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel and grate ginger. Squeeze grated ginger pieces to release juice; measure 2 teaspoons ginger juice and transfer to a bowl.
  2. 2 Place milk in a saucepan; heat until temperature reaches 160 degrees F to 170 degrees F (71 degrees C to 77 degrees C), about 5 minutes. Add sugar and stir until dissolved; pour into the bowl with ginger juice. Stir mixture immediately and cover with a small plate. Cover the covered bowl with a clean towel; let sit for at least 7 minutes.

By HL

Ginger Garlic Paste

Ginger Garlic Paste

4.8

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine garlic and ginger in the bowl of a food processor; pulse until blended, adding small amounts of olive oil to facilitate blending until a smooth paste is formed. Transfer to an airtight container; refrigerate or freeze.

By DC Girly Girl

Chinese Cabbage and Ginger Soup

Chinese Cabbage and Ginger Soup

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
30 min
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring stock to a boil in a pot over high heat. Add sliced cabbage and slices of ginger; bring back up to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until flavors blend, about 20 minutes.

By Chamomile

Fennel and Ginger Tea

Fennel and Ginger Tea

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Fill a mug with boiling water.
  2. 2 Place fennel seeds in a tea ball; add to boiling water. Add grated ginger; steep for 2 minutes. Remove tea ball; serve.

By Bernice Phillips-Ingram

Homemade Pickled Ginger (Gari)

Homemade Pickled Ginger (Gari)

4.7

Prep
40 min
Cook
5 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Cut ginger into chunks.
  3. 3 Place in a bowl, sprinkle with sea salt, and stir to coat. Let stand for about 30 minutes, then transfer to a clean lidded jar.
  4. 4 Stir together rice vinegar and sugar in a saucepan until sugar has dissolved.
  5. 5 Bring to a boil, then pour the boiling liquid over ginger root pieces in the jar.
  6. 6 Allow the mixture to cool, then seal the jar. After a few minutes, the liquid may change to a slightly pinkish color; don't be alarmed. Store in the refrigerator for at least 1 week.
  7. 7 Cut pieces of ginger into paper-thin slices for serving.

By Phoena

Itsmeatshuddupneatit

Itsmeatshuddupneatit

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk the soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. 2 Use to marinate up to 2 pounds of meat for about 2 hours.

By Joe

Ginger Cranberry Sauce

Ginger Cranberry Sauce

5.0

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine cranberries, sugar, orange zest and juice in a large pot and heat over medium heat. Cook and stir occasionally until berries pop, about 20 minutes. Let cool until thickened.

By Leslie Lew

Teriyaki Ginger Salmon Marinade

Teriyaki Ginger Salmon Marinade

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
35 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine Kikkoman teriyaki marinade, brown sugar, and grated ginger root in a bowl. Pour mixture over salmon steaks in a large resealable bag; seal well.
  2. 2 Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, turning the bag over once. Cook salmon as desired.

By Kikkoman

Honey Ginger Green Beans

Honey Ginger Green Beans

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring a large pot of water to a boil; add green beans and cook until bright green and just tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water.
  2. 2 Heat soy sauce in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir garlic and ginger in soy sauce until fragrant; stir in honey. Add green beans and toss to coat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until beans are tender, about 5 minutes more.

By JuliaC