Romazava
🇲🇬 A dish from Madagascar
Romazava is the national dish of Madagascar, consisting of greens, zebu meat, tomatoes, and onions, typically accompanied by a portion of rice. An integral component of the stew is brèdes mafana, called anamalaho in Malagasy; the plant holds an acid amide called spilanthol in its buds that elicits a tingly, pungent, citrusy and mouth-numbing effect, inducing excessive saliva production.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | leafy greens, beef, tomatoes, onions, pungent local herb, rice |
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| 🔥Cooking method | simmered stew served with rice |
| 👅Flavour & style | savory, herbaceous, with a tingly numbing herb |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | national comfort main dish |
Frequently asked questions
Where does Romazava come from?
Romazava is a dish that originated in Madagascar.
What is Romazava?
Romazava is the national dish of Madagascar, consisting of greens, zebu meat, tomatoes, and onions, typically accompanied by a portion of rice. An integral component of the stew is brèdes mafana, called anamalaho in Malagasy; the plant holds an acid amide called spilanthol in its buds that elicits a tingly, pungent, citrusy and mouth-numbing effect, inducing excessive saliva production.