Kenyan Food Recipes

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....

Githeri (Fresh Beans and Maize) Stewed fresh maize and beans is commonly known as Githeri. This is a variant of the Githeri dishes that uses fresh maize and beans. It is popular among communities in agricultural areas such...

Ashir This dish is typical to the Borana’s. A delicious meal of huskless maize mixed with milk. The husks are removed prior to cooking by pounding with a mortar and pestle. The mixture is boiled with added...

Nyenyi (Mashed Pigeon Peas & Green Maize) “Nyenyi” is a traditional delicacy among the Embu community. It is made of green maize mashed with potatoes and pigeon peas. It is eaten during lunch and dinner by the...