Amalakwang

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Amalakwang
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A bowl of amalakwang.
Place of originUganda

Amalakwang or Malakwang is a vegetable found in Northern Uganda. [1] [2] It is a type of roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa) [3] that has multiple preparations. [4] [5] One recipe boils it, combines it with groundnut paste, and serves it with sweet potatoes, posho and rice. [6] [7] The vegetable is also dried and preserved for a longer period of time. It is also used for medicinal purposes. [8] [9]

It is also found in the Ugandan regions of West Nile, Eastern Uganda and Karamoja. [9] [8] [10]

See also

Lugbara Cuisines

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