Egusi Soup
Ground melon seeds with leafy greens, tender meat, and rich spices create a hearty and textured soup. Swallow sold separately.
Burnham, Illinois
A Taste of West Africa
Egusi, Jollof, Efo Riro & more - soulful Nigerian cooking made fresh daily in Burnham, Illinois. Delivered right to your door.
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Our Story
Rooted in Flavor, Made with Love
Amala Sarah brings the warm, generous spirit of West African home cooking to Burnham. Every pot of Egusi, every plate of Jollof, and every ladle of Efo Riro is made fresh daily with rich spices, tender meats, and honest care. We cook the way family cooks - bold, hearty, and always meant to be shared. Come taste tradition served with soul.
Fresh Daily
Signature Dishes
Jollof Rice
Rice infused with rich tomato sauce, accompanied by three pieces of protein.
Efo Riro
Tender pieces of meat stewed in a rich, spicy tomato and pepper sauce, combined with sautéed spinach and assorted vegetables. Swallow sold separately.
Special Fried Rice
Seasoned rice with a mix of vegetables, topped with tender, marinated pieces of meat.
Gbegiri and Ewedu
A rich blend of bean soup (gbegiri) and jute leaves (ewedu) with tender, flavorful beef chunks. Swallow sold separately.
3.Egusi Soup
Ground melon seeds with leafy greens, your choice of protein (chicken, beef, fish and turkey), and rich spices create a hearty and textured soup.
Loved by Locals
What Guests Are Saying
Great portion size' good taste and they delivered on my instructions of making my Egusi Soup extra spicy.. Will be ordering again!
LaQuisha S
This food is AMAZINGGGG! You get a bang for your buck, it's always freshly made, and tastes so good. I highly recommend Amala Sarah... my go to is egusi with Beef, plantain poundo, and a Malta drink!!! Enjoy!!!
J B
I ate a fried Fried Plantain first, delicious! And I couldn't resist the Pando Yam 😋 Egusi Soup is spicy and hearty:) First time and it was worth it!
Noel S
Find Us
Location
2464 E State StBurnham, IL 60633
Phone
(708) 933-6349Kitchen Hours
- Mon
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Tue
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Wed
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Thu
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Delivery
Delivery available across Burnham and the greater South Chicago area.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked
What meals do you serve?
Amala Sarah serves authentic African cuisine in Burnham, IL, perfect for family dinners and special occasions. Our menu features rich, flavorful dishes like Egusi Soup made with ground melon seeds and tender meat, and Efo Riro, a spicy tomato-based stew with sautéed spinach. Enjoy our popular Jollof Rice infused with savory tomato sauce, or our Special Fried Rice topped with marinated meat. We also offer Gbegiri and Ewedu, a hearty bean and jute leaf soup with flavorful beef chunks. Amala Sarah is your destination for traditional West African food done right.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, we offer both delivery and pickup. Order conveniently online or by phone.
Where are you located?
Amala Sarah is located at 2464 E State St, Burnham, IL 60633, United States.
What areas do you serve?
Amala Sarah proudly serves Burnham, Calumet City, Hammond, Lansing, South Holland, Dolton, Harvey, Chicago Heights, Riverdale, and Lynwood. We bring authentic African cuisine to the greater South Chicago and Northwest Indiana communities.
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