- Nshima – this is a popular dish in Zambia and is eaten frequently by the locals. It is made with ground white Maize and is served with soups and curries and even sauces.
- Chikanda – This is a vegetarian alternative for anyone who is vegetarian or likes to try vegetarian food. It is made with dry orchid tubers, peanuts, chillie and baking soda.
- Ifisashi – this is a combination dish of vegetables and peanuts. Although it may sound strange to non-natives the Zambians enjoy dish frequently. This dish is served as a main dish or a side dish depending on how it is ordered.
- Delele – this is okra in Zambia. This is a traditional vegetable dish. It is prepared by boiling the okra in water with a mix of other spices and vegetables.
- Chibwabwa – the locals consume a lot of vegetables and leaf. One of the most frequently used leaves in Pumpkin leaf. This dish is a sauce made out of the pumpkin leaf and can be used in any meal to give an extra kick.
- Kalembula – this dish is a mix of plenty of vegetables. It is a curry like consistency and can be used as a side dish or a main dish.
- Kapenta Stew – this is dish that is very popular amongst the younger population in Zambia. It is a dish made with small sardine like fish which are found in a lake. This is often used as a side dish.
- Ifinkubala – this dish is made with Caterpillars and Emperor Moth. The dish is also freely available during the rainy season as that’s when the creatures come out and can be caught. It is mostly eaten as a snack.
- Curried Gazelle – Gazelles are found in plenty in Zambia. The curry is prepared with spices and other vegetables. This thick curry can be eaten with hot white rice or freshly made bread.
- Michopo – this dish is mostly used as a snack. It is ideally roasted meat which is seasoned with salt and chilli and goes well the bottle of popular chilled larger.
