10 Must-Try West African Seafood Dishes in Houston

West African food is a mix of different tastes, and seafood is a big part of many traditional meals. Fresh fish, shrimp, crab, and other seafood are easy to find along the coasts of Nigeria, Ghana, Senegal, and Sierra Leone. These foods are often spiced up with herbs, spices, and other ingredients that are only found in that area. These dishes are more than just meals; they tell stories through food that come from hundreds of years of trade, cultural exchange, and family customs.

• Grilled Tilapia (Peppersoup Grilled Fish)

In many West African countries, grilled tilapia is a common dish. We make it just right. Ginger, garlic, and hot peppers are some of the traditional spices that are used to marinate the fish. The fish is then grilled over an open flame until the skin is crispy and the meat is soft. This dish, which comes with our hot pepper soup, is a must-try for anyone who wants to taste the real flavors of West Africa.

•   Jollof Rice with Grilled Prawns

Many people love the West African meals Jollof Rice, which is a colorful tomato-based rice dish with a mix of spices. We make this traditional food even better by adding juicy grilled prawns to it. The smoky flavor of the prawns goes well with the rich, savory rice, making a dish that is filling and full of flavor.

•    Egusi Soup with Crab

Grounded melon seeds, leafy greens, and a rich tomato base make up the classic West African dish Egusi Soup. Our version has fresh crab in it, which gives the rich, nutty soup a sweet, delicate taste. This dish really makes you feel good, and it’s great for people who want to try more classic West African food.

•  Pounded Yam and Fisherman’s Soup

In the river areas of Nigeria, Fisherman’s Soup is a famous dish. It is a sour and spicy soup made with fish, shrimp, crab, and other seafood cooked in a broth that has been spiced with local herbs. The strong tastes of the soup go well with the starchy pounded yam that we serve it with. Together, we make a hearty and satisfying meal.

•   Senegalese Thieboudienne

Seafood fans should try Thieboudienne, which is often called the national dish of Senegal. This food is made with fish that has been marinated in herbs and spices. The fish is then cooked with rice and vegetables in a sauce made from tomatoes. The result is a tasty one-pot dish that shows how well fresh veggies and spices work together. Since we only use the best fish our Thieboudienne has a real Senegalese taste, right here in Houston.

•   Suya-Spiced Grilled Shrimp

Suya is a famous street food in West Africa that is known for having a strong, spicy taste. We’ve changed this standard by making it with shrimp instead of beef. Ground peanuts, ginger, garlic, and cayenne pepper are mixed together to make a spicy marinade for the shrimp. The shrimp are then cooked until they are just right. As a result, you get unique and tasty smoky and spicy food.

•  Coconut Curry Shrimp

Our Coconut Curry Shrimp is a rich and flavorful dish that is based on the coastal areas of West Africa. It blends the richness of coconut milk with the heat of West African spices. As the shrimp cook in the curry, they soak up all the flavors. They are served with fluffy white rice on the side. This food is a favorite because it has just the right amount of sweet, spicy, and savory parts.

•    Banga Soup with Catfish

Nigerians traditionally make Banga Soup with palm nut sauce and many different spices. We make our Banga Soup with fresh catfish, which gives the food a rich, earthy taste. The catfish is soft, and it soaks up all of the complex flavors in the soup, making a dish that is both warm and very filling.

• Pepper Soup with Fresh Fish

Pepper soup is a common dish in West Africa. It is spicy and has a broth base. Pepper Soup is made with fresh fish that is cooked in a soup that has local spices like crayfish and uziza seeds. This makes a meal that is both light and tasty, great for getting warm on a cool night.

•  Moi Moi with Smoked Fish

A famous side dish in West Africa is moi moi, which is steamed bean pudding. We take this classic dish to the next level by adding smoked fish. The smoked fish gives the soft, creamy pudding a rich, smoky flavor. This dish goes well with any of our seafood meals, or you can eat it by itself for a light but filling meal.