Taste Namibia
Explore the food, traditions and home-cooked flavors found across Namibia and Southern Africa.
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With this authentic recipe you can make this sweet and savory South African yellow rice (Geelrys) with turmeric, cinnamon and raisins. Makes a perfect side dish for stews or grilled meats!
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Made with unsweetened cocoa powder and dark chocolate, this Chocolate Malva Pudding recipe without cream is a twist on the classic Malva pudding. It's very moist, chocolatey, so delicious (with the right amount of sweetness) and can be made ahead of time!
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A flavorful Southern African Chicken Stew made with tender chicken, veggies and aromatic spices. Gluten-free and ready in 45 minutes, it's perfect with mielie pap, rice or mashed potatoes!
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This African oxtail stew, also known as oxtail potjie in Namibia and its neighboring countries, is so simple to make, easily adjustable and absolutely mouth-wateringly delicious.
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Indulge in the flavors of Southern Africa with this beloved coleslaw with carrots and raisins recipe, a favorite in Namibia. It features crisp cabbage, sweet raisins and vibrant carrots, with a creamy, tangy and slightly sweet profile.
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Learn how to make creamy samp with this easy recipe. Made with soaked samp, milk, fresh cream and simple seasonings, this rich and comforting Southern African classic is delicious on its own or served with stew, chakalaka, spinach or grilled meat.
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Namibian potato salad, also known as Oshilaye, is a creamy and slightly sweet salad that is loved in Namibian cuisine. With its rich and satisfying taste, it is a delightful addition to any meal or gathering.
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Fluffy on the inside, golden and crispy on the outside, these Namibian vetkoek (fat cakes) are filled with a rich, savory minced meat sauce and cheddar cheese. A nostalgic street food classic from Southern Africa made with a simple yeast dough.
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Kapana, Namibian grilled beef strips over an open fire, is one of the most popular street foods in Namibia. It's juicy, beautifully tender, smoky, affordable, readily available all year round and can be enjoyed any time of day.
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This creamy, delicious and not-too-sweet South African milk tart (melktert) has an intense vanilla and cinnamon flavor. Made with simple ingredients, it is a perfect anytime dessert.
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This Namibian-style beef stew, also known as potjiekos, is hearty, rich and packed with flavor. Made with a handful of simple ingredients on the stovetop in less than two hours, it tastes great with pap, fat cakes, pasta or rice.
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An authentic and easy-to-follow Namibian delicacy made by simmering dried meat strips into a deeply savory stew. Eedingu is often served alongside oshifima.
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Marathon chicken is a mouthwatering Namibian-style hard-body chicken stew made with free-range chicken and finished with a good dash of marula oil.
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If you are craving an incredibly comforting African dish packed with authentic flavors, give this Namibian lamb potjie a try - it is bound to become a favorite!
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Learn how to make this creamy, vegan and incredibly delicious Namibian peeled black-eyed bean puree, otherwise known as Oshingali, from scratch.
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This one-pot African-style pasta and wors recipe is quick, flavorful and family-friendly. Easy enough for any weeknight.
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Chakalaka is a popular South African vegetable relish that has also become a beloved dish in Namibia. It is easy, quick and delicious, combining a variety of flavors that complement many different dishes.
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This aromatic South African curried rice with raisins, also known as geelrys, is a subtly sweet and savory dish made with long-grain parboiled rice, curry powder and cinnamon. It can be served as a side, a main dish or enjoyed plain.
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Juicy wors sausages are browned and simmered in a velvety mushroom sauce made with fresh cream, garlic and aromatic spices. Quick to prepare, this comforting meal pairs perfectly with pasta, rice or traditional mielie pap.
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This classic Southern African sausage stew, well known as wors stew, is delicious, hearty and easy to make. Carrots and potatoes round out a satisfying home-cooked pot.
