Romazava ([rumaˈzavə̥]) is the national dish of Madagascar,[1] consisting of greens, zebu meat, tomatoes, and onions, typically accompanied by a portion of rice.[2] 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.[3]

Romazava
Romazava
Place of originMadagascar
Serving temperatureHot

References edit

  1. ^ Jones, Wilbert (1 September 2006). "Taste of Madagascar". processedfoods.com. Retrieved 2019-12-14.
  2. ^ "Romazava". tasteatlas.com. Retrieved 2019-12-14.
  3. ^ Bradt, Hilary; Austin, Daniel (2017). Madagascar. Bradt Travel Guides. p. 106. ISBN 9781784770488.