Living in Uganda has introduced our family to new flavors, ingredients, and traditions that have become part of our everyday life. We love trying our hand at these Ugandan inspired meals.
This collection shares recipes inspired by the food, flavors, and experiences we’ve discovered while building a home here. Some are traditional dishes, some are our own adaptations, and all are a celebration of the ways food connects us to place, culture, and community.
Emily’s Notes This is one of those recipes that has become a regular part of life in our kitchen. It’s simple, filling, and made with ingredients we almost always have on hand, which makes it perfect for busy days or weeks when we’re trying to stretch our grocery budget. I love that one pot of lentils can feed our whole family, and the leftovers are just as delicious the next day. We usually serve them…
Emily’s Notes Sukuma wiki is one of those recipes that proves the simplest meals are often the most satisfying. After moving back to Uganda, it quickly became a regular part of our weekly meals because it’s affordable, nutritious, and comes together in just a few minutes. I love how versatile it is. We serve it alongside beans, lentils, rice, posho, or chicken, and it always adds a fresh, flavorful touch to the meal. It’s also…
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