{"product_id":"africali-recipes-from-my-jikoni-002131","title":"AfriCali: Recipes From My Jikoni","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNAMED ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF 2024: \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBon Appetit\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eSaveur\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e, and Food Network\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTurn readily available ingredients and pantry staples into easy yet flavorful weeknight meals and dinner party dishes that celebrate a unique fusion of Nigerian, Kenyan, and Californian cuisines. From jollof rice and Swahili chicken biriyani to spice blends and peri-peri recipes, discover the best of African flavors and Cali flair—without ever leaving your kitchen.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKiano Moju was born to a Kenyan mother and a Nigerian father and raised in California. While she spent her summer breaks in Kenya, her home in the states during the school year held African house parties where Nigerian jollof rice, moin moin (steamed bean cakes), roasted chicken legs, and plantains were a common part of life. On weekends and special occasions, they would make Kenyan dishes like samosas, sauteed collard greens, barbecued meat, and other favorites from her childhood including Ethiopian and Eritrean recipes. As Kiano says, “Californian cuisine embraces the flavors of its immigrant communities while celebrating the state’s agriculture and the flavors of fresh produce,” and that’s the concept behind her cooking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eAfriCali\u003c\/i\u003e is not a traditional cookbook, but rather one inspired by the delicious meals Kiano has experienced in life. The recipes are unfussy but dedicated to flavor including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeri Peri Butter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHerby Harissa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLentil Nuggets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCherry Tomato Kachumbari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKijani Seafood Pilau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChicken and Okra Wet Fry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBerbere Braised Short Ribs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoconut and Cardamom Mandazi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarlic Butter Chapos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePili Pili Pineapple Margarita\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe gorgeous food photography as well as photos from the author’s travels in Africa make this a cookbook like no other. Dive in and enjoy the delicious, unique meals that the whole family will love.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Gift Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42925413204057,"sku":"9781668002131","price":21.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/0206\/3705\/files\/9781668002131.jpg?v=1766072614","url":"https:\/\/royalgiftland.com\/tr\/products\/africali-recipes-from-my-jikoni-002131","provider":"Royal Gift Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}