Author: Chep

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  • Ifisashi & Nshima – Authentic Zambian Recipe

    ByChep

    Ifisashi is a traditional vegetarian dish from Zambia that is prepared with spinach and peanuts. It is typically served with nshima. Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Total Time: 1 hr Course: Main Course Cuisine: African, Vegan, Vegetarian, Zambian Servings: 6 people Recipe Owner: Vera Abitbol INGREDIENTS For the ifisashi 1 lb peanuts , roasted1 onion , chopped2 tomatoes , diced½ lb pumpkin , diced1 lb spinach leaves5 leaves green cabbage , finely chopped1 sweet potato , diced2 tablespoons peanut…

  • Recipe Book on Traditional Zambian Food

    ByChep

        Copies of the Recipe Book On Traditional Zambian Foods may be obtained from:    The Director  Department of Agriculture  Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives  P.O. Box 50291  Ridgeway, Lusaka  Tel: 021-1-256756    This recipe book is published by:  Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives Zambia.   DOWNLOAD THE RECIPE BOOK ON TRADITIONAL ZAMBIAN FOOD…

  • 10 Traditional Foods You Must Eat While You’re in Zambia

    ByChep

    1.Nshima Nshima is the staple carbohydrate of Zambia. It is made from corn that is processed into a fine white powder called ‘mealie meal’… Nshima is served with a protein (usually meat or fish) and one or two vegetables.  2. Ifinkubala Caterpillars in Zambia are called ‘ifinkubala‘. They are usually fried in oil, or boiled…