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Zambia Cuisine

Africa · Eastern Africa

24 recipes

Signature Zambia Dishes

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Bemba-Style Fish Stew

A flavorful and aromatic fish stew, characteristic of the Bemba people of Zambia. It combines fresh fish with indigenous vegetables and spices, creating a comforting and nutritious meal.

Zambia·Easy·45 minutes

Chibwabwa

A nutritious and flavorful Zambian dish featuring tender pumpkin leaves simmered in a rich, creamy peanut sauce. Often served with nshima.

Zambia·Medium·2 hours 30 minutes

Chikanda

Chikanda, often referred to as 'African polony,' is a unique vegetarian delicacy from Zambia, traditionally made from the tubers of wild orchids. It has a dense, meat-like texture and a distinctive nutty flavor, owing to the inclusion of groundnuts. This dish is a celebratory food, often served at special occasions and gatherings, and can be enjoyed as a snack, a side dish, or an accompaniment to Nshima.

Zambia·Medium·4 hours

Chinjenje

Chinjenje is a traditional Zambian paste made from pounded pumpkin seeds, originating from the Chewa community in eastern Zambia. It's known for its rich, nutty flavor and is often served as an accompaniment to nshima or rice. This nutritious dish is a good source of protein and is believed to have health benefits for hypertension and heart disease.

Zambia·Medium·50 minutes

Delele ne Mbalala

A hearty and flavorful stew made with okra, groundnuts (peanuts), tomatoes, and onions, often served as a relish with nshima.

Zambia·Easy·1 hour

Ifisashi

Ifisashi is a beloved Zambian dish made from leafy greens cooked in a rich, creamy peanut sauce. It's a versatile and nutritious staple, reflecting the country's culinary heritage. Traditionally prepared with local greens like spinach, kale, or pumpkin leaves, it's flavored with onions and tomatoes, and brought together by the nutty depth of groundnuts. Ifisashi is commonly served as a relish with Nshima, Zambia's staple cornmeal porridge.

Zambia·Easy·45 minutes

Kalembula

Kalembula is a popular Zambian relish made from tender sweet potato leaves, simmered with groundnuts (peanuts) to create a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish. It is a nutritious and commonly served side dish, especially with nshima.

Zambia·Easy·30 minutes

Kapenta Stew

Kapenta are small, dried fish native to Lake Tanganyika, and a popular protein source in Zambia. This Kapenta Stew recipe features the fish simmered in a flavorful tomato and onion sauce, often seasoned with curry powder. It's a quick and savory dish, typically served with Nshima, Zambia's staple maize porridge, or rice.

Zambia·Easy·50 minutes

Lumanda

A flavorful and vegetarian Zambian stew made with fresh okra, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of aromatic spices. It's a delightful dish often enjoyed with nshima.

Zambia·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Msembe Beef Stew

A hearty and flavorful Zambian beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with vegetables in a rich, savory broth, often seasoned with local spices.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Nkate Kumu Chicken

A rich and flavorful Zambian chicken stew where chicken pieces are simmered in a creamy, savory peanut and tomato sauce, often served with nshima.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour

Nshima with Nkole Ntundwa

A staple Zambian dish featuring nshima, a dense maize meal porridge, served alongside a flavorful stew made with wild mushrooms (nkole ntundwa) and local seasonings.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour

Nshima with Okra and Groundnuts

A hearty and flavorful Zambian staple, this dish features nshima (a maize meal porridge) served with a rich stew of okra and groundnuts, offering a unique blend of textures and savory tastes.

Zambia·Medium·35 minutes

Pumpkin Fritters

Sweet and slightly savory fritters made from mashed pumpkin, flour, and spices, deep-fried to a golden brown. A popular snack or dessert.

Zambia·Easy·45 minutes

Zambian Beans with Tomatoes and Onions

A simple yet flavorful vegetarian stew made with beans, tomatoes, and onions, often served as a side dish or a light meal.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Zambian Beef Stew with Sweet Potatoes

A hearty and flavorful beef stew, slow-cooked with sweet potatoes, tomatoes, and a blend of Zambian spices. This dish offers a comforting balance of savory and sweet, often served with nshima.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Zambian Cassava Leaf Stew with Mungongo

A nutritious and earthy stew made from tender cassava leaves cooked with the rich, nutty flavor of Mungongo (Manketti) nuts. This dish is a staple in many Zambian households.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Zambian Chicken Peanut Stew

A rich and savory chicken stew simmered in a flavorful peanut butter sauce, a comforting and classic Zambian dish.

Zambia·Easy·45 minutes

Zambian Fried Fish with Tomato Relish

Crispy pan-fried fish, a popular dish across Zambia, served with a vibrant and tangy tomato and onion relish, often enjoyed as a light meal or side.

Zambia·Medium·3 hours

Zambian Goat Stew with Mungongo

A hearty and flavorful goat stew, slow-cooked with aromatic spices and the unique nutty flavor of mungongo nuts, a staple in Zambian cuisine.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Zambian Mungongo Nut Chicken

A rich and savory chicken dish cooked with mungongo nuts (also known as Manketti nuts), onions, tomatoes, and traditional Zambian spices, creating a unique nutty flavor.

Zambia·Easy·1 hour

Zambian Okra and Peanut Stew

A flavorful and slightly tangy stew made with okra (delele) and a rich peanut sauce (mbalala). This dish is a staple relish often served with nshima.

Zambia·Medium·1 hour

Zambian Pumpkin and Peanut Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew made with tender chunks of pumpkin simmered in a rich peanut sauce, often enjoyed as a relish with Nshima.

Zambia·Easy·55 minutes

Zambian Sweet Potato and Bean Stew

A comforting and nutritious stew featuring sweet potatoes and beans in a flavorful tomato and onion base, often seasoned with local spices.

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