Dotted in almost every major street of African cities are various types of food whose aroma is highly tempting.
The culture to prepare different types of food/grabs in the streets of major African cities is deeply rooted in the continent where it is considered a sign of hospitality and kindness.
It also has something to do with keeping the people full, don’t you agree? Let us familiarize ourselves with the various types of food you are bound to bump into in various streets on Africa.
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African sausage (Mutura)
The African sausage (Boerewors) preparation – See Africa Today
Prepared using intestines stuffed with the minced meats and spices, the African sausage popularly known as ‘mutura’ in Kenya and grilled over a charcoal grill is one of the best kinds of barbecue you will enjoy while in Nairobi, Kenya.
It has found its way into high-end hotels within the country where it is first served as an appetizer or just a part of the side dish for barbecue lovers.
Mopani worms (fried)
A plate served with Zimbabwe’s Mopani worms – YouTube
Are you the type that would develop a rumbling stomach on the idea of eating insects? Nevertheless, even for the highly ‘sensitive’ stomachs, Zimbabwe’s Mopani worms are a true delicacy especially in the combination of fried tomatoes, onions, chilli and peanuts.
They have a high protein nutrient, a rich source of iron and calcium and it’s the African food that increases libido. If you want the real experience of African food, this is the best.
The Gatsby
Steak masala gatsby recipe – Eat Drink Cape Town
Once you set foot in the streets of Cape Town, be sure to be invited by the mouth-watering sandwich made in a big baguette roll stuffed with meat or fish and crispy French fries. It is a popular sandwich in the Western Cape province.
One large sandwich may be shared among several people. The Gatsby is also sometimes mistakenly referred to by the nickname AK‑47, which is a variant of the sandwich made in Johannesburg, in part due to how it can be held in one’s arm in a similar manner to the firearm.
Poulet Yassa
Senegalese Braised Chicken (Poulet Yassa) – PCC
Good news for chicken lovers who are visiting Senegal’s Casamance region because this is the place you get to eat one of the best-prepared chicken ever!
Poulet Yassa is tender chicken marinated in peanut oil, lemon juice, a lot of onions, vinegar and assorted spices for a whole night and later cooked over a charcoal grill. Yassa has become popular throughout West Africa
Suya
Nigeria’s delicious Suya – Jumia Travel
In Nigeria, suya is prepared from strips of either beef, chicken or fish and marinated with tasty ground peanuts, onion powder, paprika and ginger before they are placed over a flaming charcoal grill.
They commonly serve as biting, however, they can be served as the main dish with fufu (ugali) or rice.
Bunny Chow
South African bunny chow which comprises curry in a hollowed out bread loaf – Taste
Talk of a simple yet fulfiling meal It is common in South Africa where it was introduced by Indians working in the vast sugar plantations. They are stuffed meat or vegetable curry in hollowed bread and this has become a signature dish that is popular in restaurants and kiosks.
Rolex
Ugandan Rolex, East African breakfast wraps rolled with a vegan omelette inside – KO Rasoi
Rolex meaning ‘roll of eggs’ is a traditional food that was and is still popular in Kampala and Masaka areas of Uganda and the entire East African region. A highly affordable snack, it is made with chapati which is stuffed with either fried or scrambled eggs together with onions and tomatoes.
It has found its way to Kenyan as well and is among the best African foods for breakfast.
Read more on African foods:
5 Proudly African Delicacies That You Should Try
Malawian Traditional Dishes For Tourists And Food Lovers
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