Try this homemade Shata (African Spice) recipe the whole family will love. Made with lemon juice, garlic, red pepper and black pepper. Easy step-by-step…
This Shata (African Spice) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as lemon juice, garlic cloves, mashed, crushed red pepper flakes and black pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 133 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.
It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.
Updated Jun 30, 2026