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African Rice Soup Recipe

Zambia Food

Families in Luapula Province of Zambia enjoy eating African Rice Soup recipe during the year.

African Rice Soup Recipe

Zambia Rice Soup Recipe

Ingredients
2 cups rice
4 cups water
2 tablespoons pounded groundnuts
2 cups your favorite shredded green leafy vegetables
1 cup canned pumpkin
1 cup canned sweet potato
1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions
Add all ingredients into a large pot, cover and cook until rice is soft. Serve with bread or soft nshima. Nshima is the staple food of Zambia and is a very thick stiff porridge made from finely ground corn meal served in balls.

African food recipes are easy to make at home. Throughout the African country of Zambia, the availability of indigenous vegetables improves gradually one month after the onset of rains September to December.


Did you know?

In most parts of Zambia, the main family dishes are usually eaten with a variety of relishes made from at least 3 or more of the following foods:In most parts of Zambia, the main family dishes are usually eaten with a variety of relishes made from at least 3 or more of the following foods:

• fish
• beans
• green leafy vegetables
• pounded groundnuts
• various meats and eggs
• cooking oil



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What is The African Gourmet blog about?

The African Gourmet explores African food, history, and culture through recipes, folktales, and proverbs written for curious readers worldwide.

Who writes The African Gourmet?

The blog is written and curated by Ivy, a lifelong historian and storyteller who highlights Africa’s culinary and cultural richness.

How can I find African recipes on this site?

Use the “African Recipes” category or explore posts like African Recipes for regional dishes and ingredients.

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