Tanzania Food

Are you a foodie always thinking about new flavours to taste? Food definitly tells the story of every single country in the world and it is a valuable cultural heritage. Tanzania is no exception specially because in the past it was one of the main crossroads of trade. Influences from all over the world are now deliciously displayed at Tanzanian dishes. 

Curious about the menu?

 

UGALI

It is almost a national dish, consisting of a hand-rolled ball of thick cornmeal paste. Ugali is served with any meat and mashed vegetables. 

MCHICHA

A thick, creamy meal prepared with leafy vegetables (like amaranth or spinach), grated coconut, coconut milk, peanut butter, tomatoes, and onions.

ZANZIBAR PIZZA

Despite de name, this 

It is made unleavened dough that is stretched thin and filled with various ingredients. When filled, the sides are wrapped, and this pancake-like creation is then fried in ghee until it is golden and crispy.

MANDAZI

The dough is made with sugar, flour, water, yeast, and milk or coconut milk. It can be additionally enriched with ingredients such as ground peanuts or almonds.

CHIPSI MAYAI

French fries are combined with eggs to make a dish that is similar to an omelet with fries dispersed throughout it.