Zambia
African Polony
Chikanda
Zambian dish made from boiled root tubers of wild ground orchids; mixed with groundnut meal, baking soda, and spices; boiled into a slurry that thickens into a cake; texture resembles bologna; also called African polony; eaten as a snack, dessert, or accompaniment to nshima; traditionally associated with the Bemba tribe; served at weddings and special occasions; a TasteAtlas-listed must-try.