Lumanda

Lumanda is a Zambian relish made from the tart leaves of Hibiscus sabdariffa, also known as roselle. This profile follows a pounded-groundnut version in which the softened leaves are simmered with onion and tomato in a thick peanut sauce.

The leaves bring a distinctive sour, green flavour that is rounded by the sweet richness of pounded groundnuts. Tomato adds gentle acidity and colour, while onion supplies a savoury base and salt keeps the flavours focused.

The finished relish is thick and spoonable, with dark wilted leaves held in a pale, creamy groundnut sauce and softened pieces of tomato and onion throughout. It is cohesive rather than soupy, with a tender leafy texture and fine nutty body.