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Ugandan food: discover traditional cuisine

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Culinary influences

Staple ingredients

Key flavorings

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Uganda is a landlocked country in East Africa, with a population of around 47 million people, it’s known as the “Pearl of Africa” due to its natural beauty and biodiversity.

The country sits on a high plateau with an average elevation of about 1,100 meters above sea, giving it a relatively temperate climate despite being near the equator. Uganda is home to nearly half of world’s remaining mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, which attract visitors for wildlife tourism…

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The average Ugandan daily plate size is

1355 g.
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Grains

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Fish and seafood

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Produce

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Eggs and dairy

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Meats

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Sugar, fats and nuts

Core ingredients

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Herbs

PARSLEY

CILANTRO

AFRICAN BASIL

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Spices

DRY CHILI

CUMIN

CORIANDER

TURMERIC DRY

GREEN CARDAMOM

BLACK PEPPER

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Aromatics

GARLIC

ONION

GINGER

CHILI PEPPERS

TOMATO

LEMON

LIME

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Condiments

TAMARIND

SESAME SEEDS

DRIED FISH/SEAFOOD

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