Vegan African Street Food Bowl

Vegan African street food bowl on a wooden table, featuring millet, red lentil stew, sweet potatoes, collard greens, with peanut, onion, cilantro garnish, and lime.
Vegan African Street Food Bowl

Introduction

Indulge in the warmth and vibrant flavors of street-style cuisine with this delicious Vegan African Street Food Bowl. Inspired by the bustling markets and aromatic spices of Africa, this dish combines hearty grains, spicy stews, and colorful vegetables, all in one comforting meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked millet
  • 1 cup cooked sorghum
  • 1 cup red lentil stew (misir wot)
  • 1 small baked sweet potato, cubed
  • 1/2 cup sautéed collard greens (sukuma wiki)
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onions
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the millet and sorghum according to package instructions and keep warm.
  2. Prepare the red lentil stew (misir wot) by cooking red lentils with berbere spice, garlic, and onions.
  3. Bake a sweet potato until tender, then cube it.
  4. Sauté collard greens (sukuma wiki) with a bit of oil and garlic until they are bright green and tender.
  5. Assemble the bowl by starting with a base of millet and sorghum.
  6. Top the grains with red lentil stew, cubed sweet potato, and sautéed collard greens.
  7. Garnish with roasted peanuts, sliced red onions, and fresh cilantro.
  8. Serve with lime wedges on the side for a fresh, zesty kick.

Enjoy your Vegan African Street Food Bowl, a perfect blend of health, flavor, and culture. It's not just a meal; it's an experience that takes you right to the heart of African streets, with all the comfort of home cooking.

Nia

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 350, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 55g, Protein: 12g 
Preparation Time45 minutes 
Allergy Informationpeanuts