Glossary A
Afra is a Gambian cooking term which signifies "barbecued food". Afra is Gambia's version of barbecue made usually of barbacued lamb seasoned with chopped onions, chili powder, chili powder, salt and food seasonings (like maggi cubes).
Afra can also be made with chicken, goat or fish. The dish can be described as being similar to a barbecue.
Avocat aux Crevettes refers to Senegalese appetizer of avocado stuffed or filled with shrimps. Avocat aux Crevettes is made by mixing mashed avocado and cooked chick peas or black eyed peas combined with shrimp, lemon juice, yoghurt and garnishes, like chopped onions, hard boiled eggs, lettuce, etc.
Salads are often eaten after the main course in Senegal.
Acepipes Variados is the Portuguese for "appetizers" which might include everything from fish like swordfish and tuna, olives, soups, etc.