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The national dish of South Korea is Kimchi...
Jordan
Mussels and chips with mayonnaise. Its not disgusting/ weird its just different.
kimchi is a well known "relish" side dish. Fish is popular as is rice in various dishes.
A five-letter Italian dish is "pasta." Pasta is a staple of Italian cuisine, made from wheat flour and water, and comes in various shapes and sizes. It can be served with a variety of sauces, meats, and vegetables, making it a versatile and beloved dish around the world.
Dough made from boiled and ground plantain or cassava, used as a staple food in parts of western and central Africa.
A typical and staple dish in the nation of Zambia in southern Africa is called nshima. It is made with ground corn and water.
The main ingredient of the Ivorian dish fufu is cassava, which is often combined with plantains or yams. These starchy ingredients are boiled, pounded, and then shaped into a smooth, stretchy dough-like consistency. Fufu is commonly served as a side dish with soups, stews, or sauces, making it a staple in Ivorian cuisine.
When I was a lad and lived in Kenya, the staple diet was "Posho" made from maize sold by "UNGA". Perhaps you are thinking of the "Ugali" dish made of millet flour, or Sorghum flour that used to be the staple before the Europeans introduced maize (which was native to America).
A traditional dish in Canada is poutine, which originated in Quebec. It consists of french fries topped with cheese curds and smothered in gravy. This comforting dish has become a beloved staple across the country, often served in diners and at festivals. Variations include additional toppings like pulled pork or vegetables, but the classic combination remains a favorite.
I believe it is an alternate spelling for a Korean dish usually called kimchee (also kimshee) It is a dish of fermented (like sauerkraut) vegetables. Cabbage is the main ingredient but other vegetables and spices are also added. Traditionally fermented in ceramic pots buried underground, it is a staple Korean food.
American fries, also known as French fries, have a disputed origin but are believed to have been popularized in the United States by Thomas Jefferson in the early 19th century. The dish is made by frying potato strips and is now a staple in American cuisine.