FOOD IN NAMIBIA
editNamibia Food chiefly comprises of the traditional German influence mixed with the South African delicacies. The restaurants of Namibia serve international cuisine, yet the Namibian culinary is the most preferred one. The common food in Namibia is the Game dishes and the popular ones are namely the kudu meat, springbok and gemsbok. The meat of Zebra and Ostrich are favored by the local people because these meats are both tasty as well as rare. Sausages and processed meats are included in the staple diet of the Namibians and so are brotchen and landjager,[1].
Namibia foods also comprise of fish and sea-food such as oysters. The traditional food of Namibia usually comprises of porridge and soup made from cornmeal or millets. The German influence has included varieties of breads, cakes and pastries in the Namibia food.
1.Potjie Kos: Originated from South Africa, a dish prepared in a large, black three-legged cast iron pot that is placed on an open fire. Ingredients in this pot can be meat-based or chicken-based with vegetables.
2.Braaivleis: Is the Afrikaans word and in most countries it is known as the ‘barbecue’-maybe a bit more popular in Namibia and South Africa. The menu varies from meat, chicken, corn, garlic bread and sausages and accompanied with your favourite salad.
3.Boerewors: Another Afrikaans word for the well-known South African sausage. The recipe originated from South Africa and still stands the test of time and will always be the most enjoyed sausage in Namibia as well as South Africa. 4.Biltong: This too was at first a South African delicacy, but Namibia is now known for making the best biltong . Yes this is dried meat, first marinated for days, then spiced and then hung to dry for 2-3weeks. 5.Mopane worms: Although this dish belongs to the Oshiwambo ethnic group it is a very famous and tried out dish for many that dare to try and taste something new. These caterpillars are found in the northern parts of the country and are fried to get a crispy coating.
6.Kapana: This local delicacy is like a street snack. It is red meat barbecued in the open-air and sold at the market in Namibia's townships. this is prepared in a different matter, men from the townships take the time everyday cut meat not into small pieces and serves it with peppers, onions, chillies and sauces. If you want to experience a real African-food delight, try kapana. 7.Mielie pap (maize meal): Is a well known traditional porridge made from maize meal also part of the Bantu inhabitants' tradition in South Africa. This is mainly the staple food of the Oshiwambo community.The word 'pap' stems from Dutch which means 'porridge'.
8.Tripe (Afval): Yes, tripe is also atraditional food in Namibia. In Namibia it is known for many Afrikaans-native speaking as 'afval', translated from the word offal. This is a type of edible offal from stomachs of ruminants (e.g. oxen, sheep, goats). This dish is usually prepared as a curry. 9.Game: Namibia has different game as compared to a country like England where they have partridge and pheasant or deer's, in Namibia Kudu, Springboks, Ostriches, Crocodile; come up on the menu[2].