Join us in 2024!
The Great Minnesota Get-Together is scheduled for August 22nd through September 2nd.
We are a uniquely Minnesotan restaurant and we couldn’t be prouder to be back for our 2nd year at the Minnesota State Fair!
Our Menu
NEW AFRO POPPERS – Bite-size pastries infused with an African blend of spices – ground vanilla, cardamom, ginger, cloves and nutmeg – deep-fried and coated with choice of coconut flakes, sugar or served plain. Topped with choice of drizzle – mango chutney, caramel or chocolate.
Sambusas in two varieties – beef or veggie (fried triangle-shaped pastries with choice of meat or lentils, mixed with onions, garlic and cilantro, and served with “Basbaas,” a spicy Somali dipping sauce made with fresh chilli peppers, jalapeños, cilantro, onions, and lemon juice;
Sweet Plantains, pieces of ripe plantains fried until golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside (vegetarian);
Somali Spiced Tea, a fragrant, spiced infusion of tea leaves, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and nutmeg, served hot or iced (vegetarian);
and fresh mango juice (vegetarian).
Location
Afro Deli’s booth will be located inside the Food Building, on the East wall.
FAQs
What is Halal?
Halal is similar to Kosher. It refers to food and drinks that are permissible according to Islamic law, and encompasses various aspects of food preparation, sourcing, and consumption, ensuring that it meets specific requirements and is free from anything considered forbidden or impure.
Is your food too spicy?
Our food is approachable for every palate but can be spiced up with our spicy Basbaas sauce.