Sudanese cuisine.. 😀 The Top 10 Most Popular Foods in Sudan by Mohamed Hamid Sudanese people are very generous and hospitable and welcome everyone to join them for food. The Sudanese cuisine and dietary habits are diverse, differing across the regions. Sudan’s unique geographical location makes it a bridge between the North African Arab and Sub-Saharan African nations. Therefore, Sudanese cuisine is a unique mix of East African and Middle Eastern cuisines. Sudanese cuisine is also exposed to other external influences such as South Asia, West Africa, and has been influenced by both British and Turkish colonialism. Ingredients such as apricots, cardamom, garlic, pepper, and other spices and dishes such as meatballs and pastries were brought to Sudan by Arab traders and settlers from the Mediterranean during the Ottoman Empire. The various aromas, colors, flavors, tastes, and textures that pervade Sudanese kitchens result from this mix of cuisines and contribute to the glory of Sudanese cooking. Sudanese cuisine contains bread, desserts, gravies, fresh and cooked salads, lime, peanut, rice dishes, sweet and savoury pastries, and stews. The most common type of meats eaten in Sudan are beef, camel, fish, chicken, and lamb according to the Muslim halal laws. Most foods are eaten with the hands. Sudanese food culture is very rich with many delicious dishes.