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Kenyan food: discover traditional cuisine

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Culinary influences

Staple ingredients

Key flavorings

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Kenya is a vibrant East African nation located along the equator, known for its wildlife and national parks, a premier safari destination. Home to over 40 ethnic groups, with the Kikuyu, Luhya, Luo, Kalenjin, and Kamba being the largest. Swahili and English are the official languages. Kenya has a rich culture expressed through music, dance, art, and traditional crafts. The Maasai culture, with its distinctive dress and customs, is particularly well-known.

 

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The average Kenyan daily plate size is

1384 g.
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Grains

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Fish and seafood

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Produce

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Eggs and dairy

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Meats

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Sugar, fats and nuts

Core ingredients

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Herbs

CILANTRO

PARSLEY

AFRICAN BASIL

HOLY BASIL

OREGANO

LEMONGRASS

BAY LEAVES

PREKESE

BAOBAB LEAVES

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Spices

CUMIN

CORIANDER

BLACK PEPPER

TURMERIC DRY

CLOVES

FENUGREEK

CINNAMON

GREEN CARDAMOM

DRY CHILI

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Aromatics

GARLIC

ONION

GINGER

CHILI PEPPERS

LEMON

LIME

TOMATO

BELL PEPPERS

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Condiments

COCONUT MILK

TAMARIND

HONEY

DRIED FISH/SEAFOOD

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