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Simple Shakshuka

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Coconut & Cardamom Mandazi

Berbere Braised Short Ribs

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Jikoni (n.) kitchen

In Swahili, Jikoni means kitchen. At our core, that’s what we are.

A space to cook, to share, to create.

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We are now on Patreon and would love your support.

We are now on Patreon and would love your support.⁠
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Initially, Jikoni was a kitchen studio space in Los Angeles used for shoots & production. Launching our community-based food site Jikoni.co was a goal further down the line, but in light of the current pandemic, this is a way to bring Jikoni to everyone (and vice versa) right now. As a Jikoni @patreon supporter you'll get:⁠
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- early access to the recipe from our shows (which usually don't publish until the episodes air, which can be months after they've been created)⁠
- an exclusive Jikoni e-cookbook⁠
- a seasonal LIVE cooking class hosted by our test kitchen⁠
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Click the link in bio to donate and receive some goodies.

We all need a moment to slow down and fry some pla

We all need a moment to slow down and fry some plantains. ⁠⠀
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Peel the skin from the starchy flesh, watch them sizzle in the hot oil, press them between wooden plates, a quick dip in salty water, listen to the crackle as they bathe in the oil for the second time, and feel the crunch when you take the first bite. *Bliss*⁠⠀
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What's your go-to dish for slowing down and treating yourself?⁠⠀
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📷: @jasmynbrielle⁠

Jikoni is a community platform holding space for c

Jikoni is a community platform holding space for culinary deliciousness all over the African diaspora. ⁠
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We love sharing the food you create. Feast your eyes on @wellandtasty's lamb curry with rice and cabbage, it's the kind of bowl of comfort we need in our lives right now. What do you like to eat with your curry?⁠
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If you make some magic in the kitchen use #MyJikoni for a repost.

Who doesn't love a one-pan dish? This shakshuka re

Who doesn't love a one-pan dish? This shakshuka recipe belongs on your next no-fuss-brunch menu. ⁠
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We'll be sharing some teasers until we begin our video launch next month. If you haven't checked out our YouTube yet click the link in bio and subscribe.⁠
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Btw, we're looking for some creative interns to join our team. If you're a food enthusiast with an interest in social media and creating digital content, head to jikoni.co/jobs to apply.

#JikoniTrivia: This stew of tomato, red peppers, h

#JikoniTrivia: This stew of tomato, red peppers, habanero, and onion is also the base of which rice dish.⁠⠀
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A) Rice & Beans B) Pilau C) Jollof D) Morro⁠⠀
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Answer this trivia question in the comments then head to our stories for more!

Samosa, fataya, empanada, patty, pastelitos--- alt

Samosa, fataya, empanada, patty, pastelitos--- although they are not the same they share some things in common. All over the diaspora, there's some form of a crispy golden crust stuffed with a savory meat, legume, or veggie and sometimes all three. We're here for them all.⁠⠀
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Where are you from? What are some savory pastries that you enjoy? ⁠⠀
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- Callaloo Patty⁠⠀
@stikxz⁠⠀
- Fataya⁠⠀
@inafoodieskitchen⁠⠀
- Empanada⁠⠀
@lovenellybk⁠⠀
- Samosa⁠⠀
@jamiesfoodlibrary

We're excited about two things right now:⁠ ⁠ 1

We're excited about two things right now:⁠
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1) We're getting closer to our official YouTube launch date where we'll be bringing you new recipe videos every week. For now, here's a little teaser.⁠
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2) Our founding editor, @kianomoju, was featured on @motherjonesmag along with her Berbere Braised Short Ribs. She speaks on being a black woman in the food media industry, her vision for Jikoni, and her Kenyan heritage. Check out the article, link in bio. ⁠
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P.S. - Make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay updated on new recipe video releases. ⁠
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Fun Fact: It is said that Cleopatra loved the arom

Fun Fact: It is said that Cleopatra loved the aroma of cardamom so much she had her palace scented with the smoke. ⁠⠀
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(You might have learned this fact from #JikoniTrivia a few weeks back. Did you know we're hosting #JikoniTrivia on IG Live this Thursday at 12pm PST? We'll be giving out a few prizes so tune in!) ⁠⠀
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From delectable sweets to fragrant rice dishes this spice delivers a sweet herbal piney punch that we love. What's your favorite way to use #cardamom? Here are a few recipes that make this spice pod shine:⁠⠀
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- Strawberry Cardamom Crumble Bars⁠⠀
@diasporaco / @fromheadtotable⁠⠀
- Lemony Cardamom Snickerdoodles⁠⠀
@milkandcardamom⁠⠀
- Pilau na Mbuzi⁠⠀
@salalastirsthepot⁠⠀
- Coconut Cardamom Mandazi (Link in Bio!)⁠⠀
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