Spectacular Zongo waterfalls, incredible Mount Stanely, amazingly beautiful Lake Kivu and Okapi Wildlife Reserve, and various other beautiful sites make your decision of visiting the Democratic Republic of the Congo one of the best decisions of your life. Now, you have decided to enjoy your vacation in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, but have you prepared your wish list for food of congo that you will try in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Not yet?

Well not to worry we are here to suggest to you some of the famous dishes of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. These delicious traditional dishes of the Congo have the potential to capture your heart with their amazing taste and simplicity. When you try the food of congo, it gives you a golden opportunity to know more about the culture of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

So, before knowing the famous foods of Congo, let’s firstly know about the country a little bit.

About Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is one of the largest countries in the world and placed 2^nd in the list of largest countries of African Continent. The country is located in the center of the African Continent. The country has a tropical climate and blessed with many natural resources. The capital of the country is Kinshasa. The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the home of many ethnic groups. Christianity Religion is followed by the majority of the people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The official language of the county is French.

Food of the Democratic Republic of Congo

The food of any country is the representation of their culture and culinary art. The Democratic Republic of the Congo also owns tempting dishes having a unique taste. Cassava and Maize are the main staple food of the people of the country.

So, let’s know about some of the famous dishes of the Congo-

SakaSaka

Saka Saka is one of the popular dishes of the Congo that is widely consumed in other countries of central Africa. The main ingredients of the dish are cassava leaves, palm oil, onions, peppers, garlic, smoked fish, and many other important ingredients which make it more and more delicious & a must-try dish. The dish is also referred to as Mpondou, Mpondu, or Pondu. The dish is usually served with meat, fufu, fried plantains even rice.

Kwanga

Chikwanga or kwanga wrapped in banana leaves is a traditional bread food of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The name of the dish may differ as per the region. This fermented bread is usually served with the main meals. It is a great combination of soups and sauces.

Fufu

Fufu is the common dish of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and also in other countries of central and West African countries. The dish is made with cassava, yams, plantains, and other important ingredients.  All the ingredients are boiled and a paste is made from which small round balls are made. These small balls are usually eaten with soup, stews of meat, chicken, and other spicy foods.

Chicken Moambe

While you are in the Democratic Republic of the Congo you must have to try this dish. This is the national dish of the Congo. The main ingredients of the dish are cassava leaves, fish, chicken, palm nuts, rice, and many other important ingredients that give it an exotic taste. The dish is usually served with saka saka and rice.

Madesu

Madesu is one of the great options that you can choose for your breakfast from all the delicious dishes of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The dish is prepared with beans, tomato, onion, peanut, and many other important ingredients. The dish is usually eaten with cassava and rice.

Fumbwa

Fumbwa is one of the most famous dishes of the Congo. The dish is prepared with wild spinach hence the name Fumbwa (fumba is the word which is used for wild spinach in the Congolese language). The main ingredients of the dish are wild spinach, tomatoes, onions, peanut, palm oil, and many other important ingredients. The dish is usually served with fufu or fish.

Caakiri

When you have enough spicy food and you are craving something sweet then try this dessert named caakiri. It is one of the popular dishes of the Congo. Caakiri is made from couscous and cream.

Dongo Dongo

Dongo Dongo is one of the famous dishes in Congo and other African counties. The main ingredients of the dish are okra, garlic, onions, fish, and many other important ingredients. The dish is usually eaten with rice and fufu.

Palm Wine

Palm wine is a famous beverage in the Congo and various parts of the South African countries. Palm Wine is an alcoholic beverage produced from the sap of the Palm trees. The name of the beverage may differ as per the region.

Mikate

Mikate is another popular dish of Congo and other South African countries. Mikate is basically a snack made of fried dough. The name of the dish may differ as per the region.

Do try these traditional and famous dishes of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.