How to Make Kenyan Chapati

Chapati is very common not just in Kenya but other countries although it goes by different names. It is a flat bread prepared using wheat flour. It is usually served in many occasions and celebrations. It is not difficult to prepare but one needs practice in order to get the right measurements of flour and water. Ingredients: 3 cups flour […]

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Garlic Spiced Deep Fried Potatoes

In Kenya, viazi karai (deep fried potatoes) are very common. They are cooked in restaurants, homes and roadside vendors. They are highly favoured not only for their deliciousness but also for the fact that they are very simple to prepare. Viazi Karai are typically made from Irish potatoes. These are readily available everywhere & I’m sure you can easily get […]

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Spicy Plantains (Matoke) and Potatoes

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Green bananas  or plantains are available throughout Kenya and make delicious dishes.  They are sold in supermarkets and local green grocers. There are two ways that you can use to peel them: i) hold each piece and start peeling with knife from top to bottom or, ii) cut off both ends then cut along the skin of each piece. Peel […]

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