Recipes

While mithai(mitai) is a kind of collective term for various desserts in India, the coastal inhabitants of Malindi and East Africa at large are becoming much more specific: The Swahili…

The origin of Pineapple cakes is from the Asian country of Taiwan. The sweet fruity cake is made using an assortment of pineapple slices or jam, eggs, flour, sugar, and…

Turmeric is a member of the ginger family. Though native to India and Southeast Asia: its roots are used both fresh and dried in cuisines within Malindi. Its signature marigold…

Curry powder (bizari in English) is a mixture of spices that take on a yellow hue. One of the main ingredients in curry powder is turmeric. Curry powder (bizari in…

Cumin is a spice ingredient for making garam masala, paprika, and curry powder. However, it can be used independently. Known for its warm, earthy flavor and aroma with a bit…

There are times when we like a change from our meaty birianis (biryanis), and this vegetable biriani may be just the thing to make you forget all about the meat.…

Mbaazi, also known as pigeon peas, are a type of legume that has been a staple food in East Africa for centuries. These small, oval-shaped peas are not only delicious…

In many coastal families, seafood is a necessity that they cannot live without. Almost all families eat seafood every day of the week, from breakfast to lunch to dinner. There…

Coconut pilau is a dish made of coconut rice and has an intense flavour that is simple and satisfying. This rice dish is a delicious accompaniment to Swahili chicken, which…

Chives have so many health benefits that you’ll want to add them to your diet. In addition to being related to onions and garlic, chives are a rich source of…