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Zimbabwean Cuisine

Sadza

Sadza, also known as pap or nsima in other African countries, is a staple food in Zimbabwe. It's a stiff porridge made from maize (corn) and is often served as an accompaniment to various dishes. 1)

Nyama

Nyama means meat in Shona, one of Zimbabwe's main languages. Beef, chicken, and goat are commonly enjoyed meats, often prepared grilled or stewed. 2)

Muriwo Unedovi

Muriwo unedovi is a traditional Zimbabwean dish made from leafy greens, often cooked with peanut butter for a creamy sauce. 3)

Dovi

Dovi is a peanut butter stew made with chicken or beef and is often served with sadza. 4)

Boerewors

Boerewors is a popular Zimbabwean sausage made from a blend of beef, pork, and spices. It's often enjoyed grilled. 5)

Matemba

Matemba are dried fish, typically kapenta or bream, often used to add flavor to stews or enjoyed as a snack. 6)

Chibage

Chibage are roasted or boiled sweet potatoes, commonly sold by street vendors and enjoyed as a snack. 7)

Maputi

Maputi are roasted maize (corn) kernels, similar to popcorn but smaller and often sold in small bags by street vendors. 8)

Sadza Rechikafu

Sadza rechikafu is a type of sadza made from millet, sorghum, or finger millet. It's a traditional variation of the porridge. 9)

Nyama NaRusununguko

Nyama naRusununguko is a dish of meat and wild vegetables, often enjoyed as a hearty meal. 10)

Mabhonzo

Mabhonzo are roasted or grilled termites and are considered a delicacy in Zimbabwe. 11)

Chikafu Bhiya

Chikafu bhiya is a dish of fried caterpillars, often served with sadza and vegetables. 12)

Kapenta

Kapenta are small, dried fish that are a common protein source in Zimbabwean cuisine. They are often added to stews and relishes. 13)

Nhingi

Nhingi are edible mushrooms often foraged in the wild and used in various dishes. 14)

Maheu

Maheu is a traditional Zimbabwean non-alcoholic drink made from fermented grains, often flavored with ingredients like ginger or vanilla. 15)

zimbabwean_cuisine.txt · Last modified: 2023/10/04 01:25 by aga