Fish

Many Malawians live by Lake Malawi. Lake Malawi is the main resource of water and fish. There are many kinds of fish that live in the lake. The main types of fish at the market are Chambo, Mlamba (catfish), Usipa, and Kampango. Fish is eaten at the meals with Nsima. Fish is the main source of protein for Malawians. Malawians eat more fish than meat by over two times! You can grill the fish or dry it in the sun. If you dry it, you may want to salt and season it for a better flavor.


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