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Zimbabwe Cuisine

Africa · Eastern Africa

54 recipes

Signature Zimbabwe Dishes

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Zimbabwe·Medium·20 minutes (plus fermentation)

Bota

Bota is a traditional Zimbabwean breakfast porridge made from fermented maize meal, giving it a distinct sour and tangy flavor. It's a staple that can be customized with various additions like peanut butter, milk, or sugar.

Zimbabwe·Easy·45 minutes

Butternut Nhopi

A creamy and comforting porridge-like dish made from mashed butternut squash, cornmeal, and peanut butter, seasoned with warming spices. Traditionally made with pumpkin, this butternut variation is a popular snack or light meal in Zimbabwe, often enjoyed for breakfast or during family gatherings.

Zimbabwe·Medium·55 minutes

Chikenduza

A sweet, bready cake traditionally made in Zimbabwe, often topped with a vibrant pink icing. It's a delightful treat for breakfast or tea time.

Zimbabwe·Easy·1 hour

Chimwondimwii

A traditional Shona cornbread, also known as chimupotohai, this recipe uses maize meal and flour to create a slightly sweet, dense, and satisfying bread. It's often enjoyed with savory dishes or as a standalone treat.

Zimbabwe·Easy·30 minutes

Derere

Derere is a traditional Zimbabwean okra stew, known for its unique texture and simple preparation. It's often cooked with tomatoes and onions, and served as a side dish or a light meal with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Medium·2 hours

Dovi ne Huku Yakagochwa

Tender, slow-cooked chicken in a rich and savory peanut butter sauce (Dovi), served alongside grilled chicken pieces marinated in traditional Zimbabwean spices.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Gango

Gango is a popular Zimbabwean street food and social dish, featuring a flavorful mix of grilled meats (often chicken, beef, and sometimes offal) cooked together with vegetables like onions and tomatoes. It's typically prepared over an open fire or in a single pot, creating a hearty and communal meal often enjoyed at gatherings and celebrations. Gango embodies the spirit of Zimbabwean social culture, where families and friends come together around the grill.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Huku ne Dovi

A rich and flavorful Zimbabwean chicken stew where chicken is simmered in a creamy peanut butter sauce, often with tomatoes and spices. This dish is a staple, offering a comforting and hearty meal.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour

Huku ne Dovi

A comforting and flavorful chicken stew where tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich, savory peanut butter sauce. This simplified version focuses on core flavors, making it accessible for home cooks.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 35 minutes

Huku ne Dovi

A rich and comforting Zimbabwean stew featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy peanut butter sauce, infused with aromatic spices and vegetables. This dish is a staple in many households, often served during special occasions and family gatherings.

Zimbabwe·Easy·1 hour 20 minutes

Huku ne Muriwo Wakagochwa

A flavorful dish featuring chicken marinated in a blend of spices and herbs, then roasted alongside a colorful assortment of seasonal vegetables. This preparation emphasizes the natural flavors of the ingredients, often enhanced by a simple yet aromatic marinade.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Huku uye Dovi

Huku uye Dovi, also known as Zimbabwean Peanut Chicken Stew, is a rich, comforting, and flavorful dish. It features tender chicken pieces simmered in a creamy, savory sauce made from peanut butter, tomatoes, onions, and a blend of aromatic spices. This dish highlights the importance of peanuts in Zimbabwean cuisine and is typically served with sadza (a stiff maize meal porridge) or rice.

Zimbabwe·Medium·40 minutes

Huwashwa ne Dovi

A flavorful vegetarian dish featuring mushrooms cooked in a rich and savory peanut butter sauce. Often served with sadza (maize meal porridge).

Zimbabwe·Easy·40 minutes

Huwashwa ne Dovi

A flavorful vegetarian dish where earthy mushrooms are simmered in a rich, savory peanut butter sauce, often served with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Easy·1 hour

Kapenta with Sadza

A traditional Zimbabwean dish from the Lake Kariba region, featuring small dried fish (kapenta) simmered in a tomato and onion relish, served alongside a thick maize porridge known as sadza. It's a hearty, nutritious, and flavorful meal.

Zimbabwe·Easy·45 minutes

Madhumbe Wedges

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these madhumbe (taro root) wedges are a delightful and healthy alternative to potato fries. Seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, they make a perfect side dish or snack.

Zimbabwe·Medium·3.5-5.5 hours

Maguru nematumbu

A deeply traditional and resourceful dish, Maguru nematumbu combines tender beef tripe and intestines simmered in a flavorful tomato and onion base with aromatic spices. This stew is a celebration of utilizing the entire animal, offering a unique texture and rich taste that is a staple in Zimbabwean cuisine.

Zimbabwe·Easy·1 hour

Maizibwa ne Nyemba

A hearty and comforting mash made from maize meal and beans, often flavored with onions and tomatoes. It's a staple dish that is both nutritious and filling.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Masawu Fruit Stew

A sweet and tangy stew made from the unique Zimbabwean masau fruit, often simmered with warming spices. It offers a delightful balance of tartness and sweetness, showcasing a less common but culturally significant Zimbabwean ingredient.

Zimbabwe·Easy·45 minutes

Matemba Stew

A flavorful and hearty stew made with dried small fish (Matemba), tomatoes, onions, and a blend of aromatic spices, often served with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Easy·30 minutes

Matemba Stew with Tomatoes and Onions

A flavorful and protein-rich stew made with small dried fish (Matemba/Kapenta), simmered in a savory tomato and onion sauce. A staple in Zimbabwean cuisine.

Zimbabwe·Medium·3.5-4.5 hours

Mazondo

Mazondo, a traditional Zimbabwean delicacy, features slow-cooked cow heels that become incredibly tender, swimming in a rich, savory gravy infused with tomatoes, onions, and aromatic spices. This hearty dish is a testament to the resourcefulness of Zimbabwean cuisine, utilizing every part of the animal for a deeply satisfying meal.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 40 minutes

Miyan Kuka

A traditional West African and Zimbabwean dish made from ground dried baobab leaves, known for its unique slimy texture and earthy flavor. This hearty stew is nutritious and often prepared with meat or fish, offering a distinct culinary experience.

Zimbabwe·Medium·55 minutes

Mopane Worms Relish

A flavorful relish made from Mopane worms (also known as macimbi or madora), a delicacy in Zimbabwe. The worms are typically rehydrated, then simmered with onions, tomatoes, garlic, and a blend of spices, creating a dish that is both nutritious and texturally interesting. It's often served as a side dish with sadza, the Zimbabwean staple porridge.

Zimbabwe·Easy·40 minutes

Muboora ne Dovi

Muboora ne Dovi is a traditional Zimbabwean dish featuring tender pumpkin leaves simmered in a rich, creamy peanut butter sauce. It's a nutritious and flavorful vegetable relish, often served as a side dish with sadza (a stiff maize porridge), but also enjoyed on its own.

Zimbabwe·Easy·35 minutes

Mupunga Une Dovi

Mupunga une dovi is a comforting and flavorful Zimbabwean dish where rice is cooked with peanut butter, creating a creamy, nutty, and satisfying meal. It's a versatile side dish that pairs well with various stews and relishes, or can be enjoyed on its own.

Zimbabwe·Easy·35 minutes

Muriwo une Dovi

A nutritious and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring leafy greens cooked in a creamy, savory peanut butter sauce. This dish is a staple in Zimbabwean cuisine, often served with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Easy·45 minutes

Muriwo une Nyemba

A nutritious and hearty vegetarian dish featuring tender greens (like spinach or pumpkin leaves) cooked with protein-rich black-eyed peas. This dish is a staple in many Zimbabwean households, often served as a side dish or a light meal on its own. It's seasoned with onions, tomatoes, and sometimes a touch of peanut butter for added richness.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 10 minutes

Muriwo wedovi Mutakura

A hearty and flavorful dish combining nutrient-rich leafy greens (muriwo) cooked in a savory peanut butter sauce (dovi), served with mutakura, a traditional mix of boiled grains and legumes.

Zimbabwe·Medium·50 minutes

Mutakunanzva Kariba Bream Fish Stew

A flavorful and aromatic stew featuring Kariba Bream fish, simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with a blend of spices. This dish is a beloved delicacy in Zimbabwe, often served with sadza or rice.

Zimbabwe·Easy·45 minutes

Nhopi

Nhopi is a traditional Zimbabwean porridge made primarily from pumpkin and maize meal (cornmeal), often enriched with peanut butter for a creamy, nutty flavor. It's a comforting and nutritious dish, typically served for breakfast or as a snack. The sweetness of the pumpkin, combined with the texture of the maize meal and the richness of the peanut butter, creates a unique and satisfying taste.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Nyama Nemuriwo Nembezi

A hearty and nutritious stew combining tender meat (often beef or goat), a medley of leafy greens, and protein-rich beans, simmered in a savory broth. This dish highlights the resourceful use of readily available ingredients in Zimbabwean cuisine.

Zimbabwe·Medium·50-65 minutes

Nyama Yakagochwa

Nyama Yakagochwa, often referred to as 'braai' or barbecue in Zimbabwe, is a celebration of grilled meats. It typically features various cuts of beef, goat, or chicken, marinated and grilled over an open flame to achieve a smoky, succulent flavor. This dish is a cornerstone of social gatherings and festivities.

Zimbabwe·Medium·2 hours 50 minutes

Nyama ye Mbudzi

A hearty and flavorful goat meat stew, a traditional dish in Zimbabwean cuisine. The goat meat is first boiled until tender with aromatics like garlic and lemon, then pan-fried and simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce with onions and spices.

Zimbabwe·Medium·3.5-4.5 hours

Nyama ye Mbudzi Yakagochwa

A flavorful and tender roasted goat meat dish, often prepared for special occasions. The goat is marinated and slow-roasted to perfection, resulting in succulent meat with a rich, savory flavor. It's typically served with sadza (a stiff maize porridge) and a side of relish or vegetables.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 30 minutes

Nzondora

A hearty and flavorful stew made from chicken feet, simmered with vegetables and spices. This dish is a popular delicacy in Zimbabwe, often enjoyed for its rich broth and tender texture.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 15 minutes

Tsubvu Pie

A unique Zimbabwean dessert featuring a sweet and tangy filling made from tsubvu (Smellyberry Fingerleaf Fruit) blended with condensed milk, eggs, and spices, baked in a pie crust.

Zimbabwe·Hard·3 hours 30 minutes

Ulimi lwankomo

A rich and tender stew made from slow-cooked cow tongue, often prepared with a flavorful broth and served as a delicacy. This dish highlights the use of offal in Zimbabwean cuisine.

Zimbabwe·Easy·1 hour 45 minutes

Zimbabwean Beans with Tomatoes and Onions

A simple yet flavorful dish of slow-cooked beans, simmered with tomatoes, onions, and a touch of peanut butter for a creamy, savory finish. This is a versatile side dish or a light main, often enjoyed with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 50 minutes

Zimbabwean Beef and Okra Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew combining tender chunks of beef with the unique texture of okra, simmered in a rich tomato and onion base. This dish is a comforting staple, often served with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Medium·40 minutes

Zimbabwean Beef and Vegetable Skewers

Tender cubes of marinated beef threaded onto skewers with colorful vegetables, then grilled to perfection. This dish, often referred to as 'Nyama Yakagochwa' (grilled meat), is a popular choice for gatherings and barbecues in Zimbabwe.

Zimbabwe·Medium·2 hours 20 minutes

Zimbabwean Beef Stew with Groundnuts

A hearty and flavorful beef stew, slow-cooked with tomatoes, onions, and the rich, nutty depth of groundnuts (peanuts). This dish is a comforting staple, often served with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Medium·2 hours 55 minutes

Zimbabwean Beef Stew with Potatoes and Carrots

A hearty and comforting beef stew, a staple in Zimbabwean cuisine. Tender chunks of beef are slow-cooked with potatoes, carrots, and a savory broth, making it a satisfying meal, often served with sadza or rice.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Zimbabwean Chicken and Mushroom Stew

A comforting and flavorful stew featuring tender chicken pieces and earthy mushrooms in a rich, savory sauce. This dish is a popular home-cooked meal in Zimbabwe, often served with sadza (a maize meal porridge).

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Zimbabwean Chicken and Sweet Potato Stew

A hearty and flavorful stew combining tender chicken pieces with sweet potatoes, simmered in a rich tomato and onion base with aromatic spices. This dish offers a comforting blend of sweet and savory notes, typical of Zimbabwean home cooking.

Zimbabwe·Easy·45 minutes

Zimbabwean Chicken Liver Stew

A rich and flavorful stew made with chicken livers, onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is often served with sadza, the traditional Zimbabwean staple maize porridge.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Zimbabwean Chicken Stew with Peanut Butter

A comforting and savory chicken stew enriched with the creamy, nutty flavor of peanut butter, often prepared with tomatoes and onions.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Zimbabwean Corn Flour Dumplings with Groundnut Stew

Soft, fluffy corn flour dumplings (similar to sadza, but softer and often shaped into balls) served with a rich and savory groundnut stew. This dish is a staple, offering a comforting and hearty meal.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 5 minutes

Zimbabwean Cranberry and Peanut Chicken Stew

A flavorful and hearty chicken stew that balances the savory notes of peanut butter with the tartness of cranberries, creating a unique Zimbabwean culinary experience.

Zimbabwe·Medium·55 minutes

Zimbabwean Fish and Vegetable Stew

A flavorful and light stew featuring fresh fish cooked with a medley of vegetables and seasoned with traditional spices. Often served with sadza, it's a popular dish, especially in areas near water bodies.

Zimbabwe·Medium·1 hour 55 minutes

Zimbabwean Okra and Beef Stew

A flavorful and satisfying stew featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with okra, tomatoes, and onions. This dish is a staple in many Zimbabwean households, offering a comforting and nutritious meal often served with sadza.

Zimbabwe·Easy·1 hour

Zimbabwean Sweet Potato and Black-Eyed Pea Stew

A hearty and nutritious vegetarian stew featuring the earthy flavors of black-eyed peas and the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, simmered in a savory tomato-based broth. This dish is a comforting and wholesome meal, often enjoyed with rice or sadza.

Zimbabwe·Easy·55 minutes

Zimbabwean Sweet Potato and Greens Curry

A vibrant and nutritious vegetarian curry featuring tender sweet potatoes and a medley of fresh greens, infused with aromatic spices and a hint of coconut milk.

Zimbabwe·Easy·55 minutes

Zimbabwean Sweet Potato and Peanut Stew

A comforting and nutritious vegetarian stew featuring the sweetness of sweet potatoes and the richness of groundnuts (peanuts). This dish is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, often served as a side or a light main.

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