Today we are going to learn how to cook Busala with gravy. Busala sometimes known as Lusala is a root vegetable commonly found in the Southern part of Zambia. It is a dish authentic to Zambia. The English name is not well known but the scientific name is Dioscorea hirtiflora. (Food Composition Report 1311 … Read more
Amaranth leaves popularly known bondwe in Zambia are a very healthy and tasty vegetable rich in folate iron. There are plenty amaranth leaves benefits in terms of health and these include a source of minerals and vitamins which contribute immensely to health and wellness and the fact that amaranth leaves contain only traces of fats … Read more
There are plenty okra recipes that are all very delicious. One method is by frying the okra. I prefer it this way because not only are the nutrients retained but it is also very tasty especially when saved with a chicken dish and some Nshima (pap). You can find other okra recipes that are common … Read more
Here is a simple recipe for chilli chicken gizzards. These meaty bites found in the digestive tract of a chicken are so tasty and delicious. They are kind of dark meat chicken. Since the gizzard of a chicken is a powerfully strong muscle, its meat is a bit tough and chewy. In this recipe, I … Read more
There are many types of mushrooms common in Zambia during the rainy season. All the different varieties are very tasty. Today we are going to cook the red brown mushroom recipe. These are small in size and red and orange-ish in color. They have a nice soft texture and a great aroma. I also mixed … Read more
Here is a soy mince recipe that you will enjoy especially with your rice dishes. It can also be used as a filling for your veggie samosas and pies. It tastes just like meat and is a great meat substitute. The brand I used here is from Seba foods and it is called SoyJoy. You … Read more
Are you trying to lose some weight? Being an African on an African diet (Zambian), It can be quite a challenge as the diet consists of a lot of carbohydrates and sometimes fatty foods. Here are 10 tips on weight loss on an African diet that could help you. Weight loss on an African Diet … Read more
Dried Beans is a nutritious dish among Zambian local cuisines. It is a healthy alternative to meat for African vegetarians. It can be enjoyed with Nshima and rice. It is quite easy to prepare. Here is a dried beans recipe you can try today. Dried Beans Recipe Ingredients 2 cups of dried beans Water in … Read more
Kapenta, are one of Zambia’s traditional meals. They are very tasty small type of fish. There are many ways of preparing them but today we are going to learn how to cook Kapenta the most common way, that is by frying. Kapenta is usually enjoyed with nshima and a side vegetable like Pumpkin leaves (Chibwabwa) … Read more
Samoosas are a deep fried pastry with a spicy filling, usually minced meat, potatoes, some spices and other veggies like carrots and green peas. Samoosa recipe can be quite involving but fun to make. Because they are small in size, they are convenient for breakfast, work lunch, for school going kids and for an … Read more