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Mchuzi wa Ndengu Kamande (Lentil Stew) Lentil stew is made from lentil grains which give a characteristic taste to the dish. It is quite aromatic and provides the desired fragrance as an accompaniment to starch dishes such...

Mchuzi wa Maharagwe (Bean Stew) The ancient bean stew is chief among the legume stews in Kenya. Different varieties of beans are used to prepare bean stew by different communities depending on availability. Most communities in Kenya utilize...

Muthokoi (Dehulled Maize and Beans) This is a traditional dish typical among the Kamba, Taita and Meru communities. The Borana have this dish by the name Ashir but it’s preparation is unique to their community. The recipe...

Githeri (Sautéed Fresh Maize & Beans) Another common variant of Githeri is this one that is prepared with fresh maize and dry beans. It is mainly eaten among communities that grow maize and is common during the...

Githeri (Stewed Maize & Beans) This is yet another variant of githeri. It is mainly prepared using dry maize and beans. It is common among most communities in Western, Central, Eastern and Rift Valley parts of Kenya....