Cuisine
Mozambican cuisine
Mozambican cuisine is heavily influenced by the country's history of colonization and trade. The Portuguese brought ingredients like chilies, tomatoes, and maize, while Indian traders introduced spices like cumin and coriander. The cuisine is characterized by its use of seafood, coconut milk, and spices. Popular dishes include peri-peri chicken, matapa (a stew made with cassava leaves and peanuts), and piri-piri prawns.
Typical ingredients
Seafood (prawns, crab, lobster), Chicken, Cassava leaves, Peanuts, Coconut milk, Chilies, Tomatoes, Maize, Cumin, Coriander
The peri-peri chili pepper, which is used in many Mozambican dishes, is native to Mozambique and is now grown all over the world.
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History
Mozambique was colonized by the Portuguese in the 16th century, and the cuisine reflects this history. The country's location on the Indian Ocean also made it a hub for trade, which brought Indian and Arab influences to the cuisine. Mozambican cuisine has also been influenced by neighboring countries like South Africa and Zimbabwe.
Cultural significance
Food is an important part of Mozambican culture, and meals are often shared with family and friends. Mozambican cuisine is also known for its use of spices and chili peppers.
Health benefits and considerations
Mozambican cuisine is generally healthy, as it relies heavily on fresh seafood and vegetables. However, some dishes may be high in fat or sodium.
Mozambican cuisine dishes
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Bolo Polana
Polana Cake
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Sombi
Coconut milk pudding
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Mozambican-style Corn Soup
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Mozambican-style Kapamas
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Marallo with Piri Piri Sauce
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Shrimp Matapa
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Mozambican Coconut Purin Daifuku
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Mozambican Shrimp in Coconut Sauce
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Mozambican Coconut Bibingka
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Mozambican Spicy Beef Stew
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Mozambican Golden Rice Pudding
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Mozambican-style Spiced Shrimp Pancakes
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Mozambican Coconut Chicken Stew
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