Sudanese cuisine

Sudanese cuisine is the traditional culinary practices and dishes associated with Sudan. This cuisine has a rich heritage and a variety of dishes that have been borrowed from and influenced by Arab and African neighbors.

Overview

Sudanese cuisine varies by region and has been influenced by the cross-cultural influences upon Sudan throughout history. In addition to the indigenous African peoples, the cuisine has been influenced by Arab traders and settlers who introduced spices such as cumin and coriander, and the Ottoman Empire, which introduced staples such as falafel and shawarma.

Common Ingredients

The staple foods in Sudan include sorghum and millet, which are typically ground into a flour and used to make a porridge-like dish called asida or a flatbread known as kisra. Meat is also a common component of Sudanese dishes, with lamb, chicken, and fish being the most commonly consumed.

Popular Dishes

One of the most popular dishes in Sudanese cuisine is ful medames, a dish made from cooked and mashed fava beans, served with bread. Another popular dish is mullah rob, a lamb stew with okra. Shaiyah, a grilled meat dish, is also popular in Sudan.

Beverages

Traditional Sudanese beverages include aragi, a distilled alcoholic drink made from dates or sorghum, and gongleiz, a sweet drink made from hibiscus flowers.

See Also

• African cuisine
• Arab cuisine
• Ottoman cuisine